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Informal housing

Informal housing is housing that does not have the same legal protections as regular housing. This type of housing often looks different, since it is not built according to normal building codes and safety regulations. People who live in informal housing often don't have the same rights as people living in regular housing, and they can be evicted or have their homes taken away more easily. It is often cheaper than regular housing, which is why some people decide to live in it.
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