Towards Just Recovery: Assistance to Owners without Formal Titles

Dibujo de una casa

In the aftermath of hurricanes Irma and María, lack of adequate response from the local and federal government left thousands of families without the necessary assistance to repair or rebuild their houses. CDBG-DR funds could present an opportunity for communities to ensure dignified housing, adequate infrastructure and economic recovery.

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Hacia una Recuperación Justa: Asistencia a propietarios sin “títulos formales”

Después de los huracanes Irma y María, la falta de respuesta adecuada por parte del gobierno local y federal dejó a miles de familias sin la asistencia necesaria para reparar o reconstruir sus casas. Los fondos de CDBG-DR podrían presentar una oportunidad para que las comunidades aseguren viviendas dignas, infraestructura adecuada y recuperación económica.

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Towards Just Recovery: CDBG-DR Funds and Forced Displacements

Introduction   During the last decade, nearly 14% of our population has been displaced due to the economic crisis, various austerity measures that have been implemented and rising inequality. The Housing Repair, Reconstruction or Relocation Program proposed in the Puerto Rico’s Action Plan for the use and management of the funds allocated under the Community…

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