Management of low-income condominiums in Bogotá and Quito: the balance between property law and self-organisation

Low-income condominiums in Bogotá, Colombia, exhibit higher maintenance levels compared to those in Quito, Ecuador, despite both cities sharing similar housing policies. Contrary to expectations, self-organization efforts in Bogotá negatively impact perceived maintenance levels (PML), while in Quito, such participation positively influences PML. This suggests that the relationship between formal legal requirements for self-organization and actual maintenance outcomes is more nuanced than initially hypothesized. The study applies Ostrom's Institutional Analysis and Development framework to analyze data from 414 households surveyed in 2014, examining community characteristics, governance structures, and physical environments. It highlights the complex interplay between property law and collective action in shaping urban housing conditions.

Donoso, R. E., & Elsinga, M. (2016). Management of low-income condominiums in Bogotá and Quito: the balance between property law and self-organisation. International Journal of Housing Policy, 18(2), 312–334. https://doi.org/10.1080/14616718.2016.1248608