complementary as well as conflicting arguments on what constitutes the housing problem as well as the
optimal alternatives to solve or ameliorate it. Elaborate your own argument or assessment by drawing on
current readings for the subject area. (No additional literature is required, unless you think that an additional
reading will help your case.)
Explain the structure of community land trusts (governance, ownership, financing, etc.). How have CLTs
evolved historically and what are the latest trends in the U.S.? Who have been the champions of CLTs and
why? Compare and contrast CLTs with cooperatives. Describe how private property, property taxes, and
financing works in CLTs vis-à-vis Cooperatives. Regarding affordable housing and feasibility (on any country
(ies) of your choice, are CLTs more promising than Co-Ops? Give your opinion and provide examples from
class