Appendix Report 8: Housing, Health, and Economic Development - Literature
Authors: Virginia Center for Housing Research Virginia Tech, George Mason University Center for Regional Analysis
Year: 2017
Publisher: Virginia Center for Housing Research
Volume / Pages: 2017 HPAC Appendix Report 8
Abstract
This appendix report reviews the relevant academic and trade literature regarding the ways that housing and housing affordability affect resident’s health. Further, the report addresses the importance of health for the workforce and the public costs associated with poor health.