logement social

/lɔʒ.mɑ̃ sɔ.sjal/
nounIntermediate social housing
⚖️Law
formal

Affordable housing provided by the government or non-profit organizations to low-income individuals and families, often with rent controlled by law.

Les critères d'éligibilité pour un logement social varient selon les régions.

Eligibility criteria for social housing vary by region.

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In France, social housing is regulated by the government to ensure accessibility for those in need.

sociology

Housing that is part of a broader social policy aimed at reducing homelessness and improving living conditions for vulnerable populations.

Le logement social joue un rôle clé dans la lutte contre les inégalités urbaines.

Social housing plays a key role in combating urban inequalities.

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Social housing is often discussed in the context of urban planning and social welfare.

Collocations

attribuer un logement socialto allocate social housingdemande de logement socialapplication for social housing

Related Phrases

HLMphrase
Habitation à Loyer Modéré (moderate-rent housing)

💡Pro Tip

Legal Context

In France, 'logement social' is often regulated by local authorities and may involve waiting lists.

Gold Rule

Precision

Use 'logement social' specifically for government-subsidized housing, not for private affordable housing.

📖Word Origin

From 'logement' (housing) and 'social' (social), reflecting the public or collective nature of the housing system.

📝Usage Notes

The term is commonly used in legal and administrative contexts, particularly in discussions about housing policy and social welfare.

Word Breakdown

logement
housing
root
+
social
social
root
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