Abstract
A model is proposed for predicting and measuring the housing satisfaction level
of public housing schemes in South Africa, a case study of the Gauteng Province (economic
hub of Southern Africa). The suggested model assumes the measurement of housing
satisfaction both subjectively, in terms of beneficiaries’ satisfaction with the housing
environment; the adequacy level of the dwelling and its environment. It is hoped that such
a model will help in testing different types of public housing provisions in South Africa and
assist in identifying the most predictive and useful factors that need to be given proper
consideration in the implementation of policy governing public housing provision. This
paper introduces the model and its development process and the outcome of its testing and
the validation programme will be reported later. It is important to note that the research
model has been developed to fit the conditions of South Africa and its application in a
different set of condition would need further alteration and adjustment to fit the specific
context.