Factors influencing acceptance or rejection regarding being the host community for post-disaster resettlements in developing countries

Geekiyanage, Devindi; Keraminiyage, Kaushal; Fernando, Terrence; Jayawickrama, T. S.

doi:10.1016/j.ijdrr.2020.101973

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“…While researchers have mainly employed either qualitative [3,23,31,32] or quantitative methods [12][13][14]23,33,34] to identify the factors influencing housing satisfaction, this study adopted a mixed-method approach utilizing both qualitative and quantitative methods. The study incorporated observation, qualitative interviews, and the Relative Importance Index (RII), a method employed in satisfaction research across various fields [35,36], alongside the mean satisfaction score and Spearman rank correlation as part of the quantitative methods.…”

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Factors Influencing Housing Satisfaction in Post-Disaster Resettlement: A Case of Nepal

Shrestha,

Uprety,

Pokharel

2023

Sustainability

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Housing satisfaction, crucial for sustainable post-disaster resettlement housing, has received limited attention in research. This study aimed to identify households’ perceived importance of housing satisfaction factors and their significance in post-disaster resettlement housing programs. Focusing on Nepal’s Panipokhari Integrated Settlement after the 2015 Gorkha earthquake, it identified relatively significant housing satisfaction factors using mean satisfaction scores, the relative importance index, and Spearman rank correlation. The data were derived from a structured questionnaire survey, complemented by field observations, measurement, and semi-structured qualitative interviews that support the findings. The study found key housing satisfaction factors as need-based housing design (r = 0.70), layout (r = 0.74), modification flexibility (r = 0.70), utility spaces such as kitchen gardens and cattle sheds (r = 0.67), house completeness (r = 0.80), thermal comfort (r = 0.63), and social and cultural aspects such as traditional hearths (r = 0.72) and spaces for rituals and events (r = 0.77). The study concluded that the integration of these factors in the policy-making, planning, and design is important for successful resettlement housing outcomes in regions with comparable socio-cultural and economic backgrounds. The study has practical significance and, thus, will help policy-makers, implementers, and researchers aiming for successful and sustainable resettlement outcomes.

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Factors Influencing Housing Satisfaction in Post-Disaster Resettlement: A Case of Nepal

Shrestha,

Uprety,

Pokharel

2023

Sustainability

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“…However, the relocation of settlements also provides an opportunity for the government to develop the settlement. This includes implementing land-use strategies and minimising illegal settlements, especially in developing countries (Muggah, 2008in Geekiyanage, 2020.…”

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The Adaptation Strategy of Flash Flood Victims in Urban Areas, Garut Kota Sub-District

Shabira

Giyarsih

2021

For. Geo.

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In 2016, various settlements in Garut Regency, notably Garut Kota Sub-District, located along the Cimanuk River, were affected by a flash flood. As a result, many residents relocated to other places, far from the city. This research was conducted in three residential relocation areas: Gadok Housing, Kopi Lombang Housing and Cisereuh Housing. The purpose of the study is to determine the adaptation strategies of relocating communities. The research was conducted using mixed-methods techniques with descriptive quantitative and qualitative data analysis. The results are shown in the adaptation strategies of the affected communities and demonstrate that the relocated communities living in new settlements pursued adaptation strategies such as adjustment and adaptation with reaction. Adaptation by adjustment was carried out by accepting the post-relocation situation and taking up jobs in different sectors. Meanwhile, adaptation by reaction entailed making changes to the physical form of buildings, planting mixed gardens or constructing pet cages in the yard. Relocating residents often lacked the motivation to move to alternative shelters due to financial inability and a sense of comfort in their new settlement.

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Does secure tenure alone solve the problem of homelessness? A critical appraisal of the resettlement practices in rural Bangladesh

Mostafa

2025

Habitat International

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Factors influencing acceptance or rejection regarding being the host community for post-disaster resettlements in developing countries

Cited by 5 publications

References 38 publications

Factors Influencing Housing Satisfaction in Post-Disaster Resettlement: A Case of Nepal

Factors Influencing Housing Satisfaction in Post-Disaster Resettlement: A Case of Nepal

The Adaptation Strategy of Flash Flood Victims in Urban Areas, Garut Kota Sub-District

Does secure tenure alone solve the problem of homelessness? A critical appraisal of the resettlement practices in rural Bangladesh

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