Regenerating informal housing in cities

Urban "demolition" is perhaps a formulation of fast growing cities. Some informal residential buildings have been demolished after the recent fire in Beijing. But instead of demolishing such housing better precaution can be taken against fire risks by making urban management more scientific and reasonable.

Demolition is a temporary fix, not a viable solution. The policy of demolishing housing to control population growth in any region lacks scientific evidence. Rather than help, it actually harms the vitality of a city, exerts detrimental impact on the livelihood of low-income families, and brings inconvenience to its residents.

A city is an incredibly complex and organic structure - more so if it is the capital of a country. A dynamic and prosperous metropolis requires diverse jobs and a lively urbanism.