The Impact of residents-initiated transformations in public housing Estates in Owerri Capital Territory, Imo State Nigeria
The challenges of unguided housing transformations without adherence to stipulated
guidelines in public housing estates has become a major concern amongst housing scholars in the
global South Countries.
The Need to Develop Urban Green Spaces in Housing Estates in Enugu Metropolis
This research delved into the necessity of creating urban green spaces within housing estates in Enugu
metropolis, with a focus on their environmental, social, and economic advantages. The study employed case studies of
five housing estates: Golf Estate, Ivory Estate, Loma Linda Housing Estate, New Abakiliki Road Layout Area A, and
Riverside Estate.
The Need to Develop Urban Green Spaces in Housing Estates in Enugu Metropolis
This research delved into the necessity of creating urban green spaces within housing estates in Enugu
metropolis, with a focus on their environmental, social, and economic advantages. The study employed case studies of
five housing estates: Golf Estate, Ivory Estate, Loma Linda Housing Estate, New Abakiliki Road Layout Area A, and
Riverside Estate. The findings underscored the significant impact of well-maintained green spaces on the residents'
quality of life, including improvements in physical and mental health, strengthened social cohesion, and increased
property values. The study also emphasised the environmental benefits such as air and water purification, carbon
sequestration, and climate regulation.