The special concession of use for housing as an instrument of urban policy

Abstract

This article investigates the special concession of use for housing purposes as a crucial tool in Brazil's urban policy, addressing housing issues. The analysis encompasses legislation, doctrine, public data and statistics, relevant precedents, and the factual dynamics of informal settlements, with a focus on implementing efficient public policies for land regularization. It differentiates between acquisitive prescription and concession of use, underscoring the latter's importance in urban contexts, especially in São Paulo City. The paper further explores other practical applications of the concession, reflecting on how such initiatives can actualize ongoing urban policy in Brazil, ensuring the right to dignified housing and integrating residents of informal areas into the urban fabric in a legal and socially responsible manner.