Informal Settlements in Latin America: Definitions, Determinants, and Urban Development Pathways

Abstract

This paperexploresthephenomenon ofinformal settlements within the Global Southcontext, the paper provides a comprehensive conceptual review of key definitions, characteristics, and determinants of informal settlements, emphasizing the legal, socio-economic, and spatial dynamics that shape these areas.Additionally, itexamines the implications of informal urbanism on green infrastructure, a growing area of interest in sustainable urban development.Through this exploration, the study aims to offer a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by informal settlements in the region, emphasizing the need for context-specific solutions and adaptiveand in-situgovernance strategies.