Living in Amsterdam: From the Historic Housing Act to Modern Challenges
In the first episode of the podcast series ‘Amsterdamse Handelsgeest’, we explore the evolution of housing in Amsterdam, a city celebrating its 750th anniversary this year. The transcribed interview takes you back to the 19th century, where dire living conditions led to the introduction of the Housing Act in 1901. This legislation revolutionized housing and laid the foundation for social housing as we know it today.
We also discuss the impact of recent legislation, such as the Affordable Rent Act, and what it means for the future of living in our city. What lessons from the past can we apply to keep housing in Amsterdam affordable and accessible?
Read the interview and discover how historical heritage and modern challenges intersect in rental law.
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