This document seeks to present the transformation and evolution of housing in Puerto Rico. It also explains the need that has existed and the social interest through public policies for housing. It contains additional information on: (a) The Determinants of Demand and Supply of Social Interest Housing, (b) The Economic Impact of Public Housing Construction in Puerto Rico, (c) Housing Financing in Puerto Rico and (d) Statistical Data. In addition, it provides a special section which provides Relevant Aspects of Social Interest Housing in Argentina, Spain, Colombia and the Caribbean. Key words: Development, Restructuring, Capacity, Institution, Poverty, Inequality.
Analyze the transformation and evolution of social housing in Puerto Rico, including the determinants of demand and supply, the economic impact of its construction and relevant public policies, based on the information in the document.