Abstract:
In Chennai, there has been a rapid increase in the number of informal settlements. Although
in-situ housing and other government measures try to improve living conditions, the standard of
living is still poor. The purpose of this study is to determine whether tenants' ongoing
occupancy of state-sponsored public housing is a tactical decision influenced by the local
economy. It also looks at how satisfied the residents are with their homes in these colonies.
Preliminary findings from a mixed-methods approach indicate that economic variables have a
major impact on inhabitants' decisions to stay. Residential satisfaction is still poor because of
insufficient infrastructure and services, notwithstanding economic considerations. The research
emphasises the necessity for efficient urban governance strategies, such as urban planning,
infrastructure development, and community engagement programmes, to enhance living
circumstances. In order to provide policy recommendations for improved well-being, this
research provides insights into the nuanced interaction between economic decisions, residential
satisfaction, and urban governance in public housing settlements.
