Types of Housing

Question 1

What is a low density area?

Answer 1

• locations with lots of space
• few, larger homes intended for single family dwelling
• 6-8 people

Question 2

What is a medium density area?

Answer 2

• private dwellings but with shared or common areas
• duplex and simplex
• (18-24/70-100)

Question 3

What is a high density area?

Answer 3

• areas zoned for densities greater than 1 dwelling unit per acre
• (flats, shanty houses, hostels)
• (150-1000)

Question 4

What is a detached house?

Answer 4

• most common type of housing in SA
• separate house and garden

Question 5

What is a town house (duplex or simplex)?

Answer 5

• separate dwelling units in a complex
• may share a common wall
• each has their own garden
• may have shared facilities (pool, gym, common garden)

Question 6

What is a mobile home?

Answer 6

• prefabricated housing unit
• can be moved between locations
• often a vacation house

Question 7

What is a shanty house?

Answer 7

• temporary shelter
• made from non-durable material
• illegal housing because of the poor construction standard

Question 8

What is a flat?

Answer 8

• compact and easy to care for
• relatively inexpensive (less expensive than other housing types)
• high rises help deal with space issues