Similar to many other cities in Lebanon, Beirut’s current housing market falls short in providing suitable housing options for the majority of its residents, leaving them without stability or adequate living conditions. Over the past two decades, the state’s support has been limited to loan-based ownership policies, neglecting those who cannot afford to buy a home. Furthermore, the national development policy since the 1990s has heavily relied on promoting real estate investment, which has further driven up land prices and exacerbated the housing crisis.
This seminar and discussion specifically address the housing challenges faced in the Al-Roum / Mar Mikhael and Al-Badawi neighborhoods (Beirut).
