The Role of Legislation in Regulating Informal Housing

Abstract

This study examines the legislative approaches to managing informal housing in Algeria, with a focus on Law 90/29 and its amendment, Law 04/05. Through a mixed-methods approach, including document analysis and a case study of the Diar Echems neighborhood in Algiers, the research evaluates the effectiveness of these laws in regulating informal settlements. The findings highlight the challenges and successes of Algeria's urban planning frameworks, emphasizing the need for legislative refinement and more inclusive urban development strategies to address the complexities of informal housing.