Housing Conditions and Tenement Laws in Leading American Cities
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"Housing Conditions and Tenement Laws in Leading American Cities" (1900) by Lawrence Veiller offers a comprehensive examination of the state of housing for the urban poor at the turn of the twentieth century. Veiller meticulously documents the appalling conditions prevalent in tenement buildings across major American cities, shedding light on issues such as overcrowding, sanitation, and safety. This seminal work not only exposes the dire circumstances endured by many urban residents but also analyzes the existing legal frameworks designed to regulate housing.
Veiller provides detailed analysis of tenement laws, assessing their effectiveness and advocating for reform. This book is a valuable resource for understanding the history of urban planning, social reform movements, and the development of housing regulations in the United States. It remains relevant for scholars and policymakers interested in addressing contemporary challenges related to affordable housing and urban inequality.
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