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<p>The increase in homelessness in the US has prompted several responses, including the development of tiny house villages. Initial efforts were made in 2019 to establish a national database of these villages. While the geographical locations, physical and social characteristics of these villages have been well documented, there remains a gap in understanding the spatial distribution of these villages, and the contextual factors that underly their establishment. Building on the 2019 database, this study developed a more user-friendly interactive online map to facilitate public contribution and enhance data collection on tiny house villages for the homeless. The study also employed a density-based clustering tool using ArcGIS to analyze the spatial distribution of tiny house villages across the US. A pronounced clustering was found along the West Coast, especially in states like Washington, California, and Oregon. In terms of political leanings, Blue (Democratic) states were found to have a higher clustering of these villages compared to Red (Republican) states. The study recommends fostering stronger partnerships to address regulatory barriers and ensure the equitable distribution of tiny house villages, particularly in regions with high homelessness rates but fewer resources for affordable housing solutions.</p>

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Understanding the spatial distribution of tiny house villages for the homeless and the contextual factors underlying their establishment in the United States

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    2025年1月3日

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  • Yetimoni Kpeebi,
  • Krista Evans

摘要

The increase in homelessness in the US has prompted several responses, including the development of tiny house villages. Initial efforts were made in 2019 to establish a national database of these villages. While the geographical locations, physical and social characteristics of these villages have been well documented, there remains a gap in understanding the spatial distribution of these villages, and the contextual factors that underly their establishment. Building on the 2019 database, this study developed a more user-friendly interactive online map to facilitate public contribution and enhance data collection on tiny house villages for the homeless. The study also employed a density-based clustering tool using ArcGIS to analyze the spatial distribution of tiny house villages across the US. A pronounced clustering was found along the West Coast, especially in states like Washington, California, and Oregon. In terms of political leanings, Blue (Democratic) states were found to have a higher clustering of these villages compared to Red (Republican) states. The study recommends fostering stronger partnerships to address regulatory barriers and ensure the equitable distribution of tiny house villages, particularly in regions with high homelessness rates but fewer resources for affordable housing solutions.