Development of Housing Quality Assessment Tool for Public Housing: A Case of Nigerian Police Housing Scheme in North-Central Nigeria

Abstract

Ensuring adequate housing quality for public servants, particularly law enforcement personnel, is a critical responsibility for governments. This study aims to develop a comprehensive housing quality assessment tool tailored specifically for police barracks in the North-Central region of Nigeria. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research employs the Delphi technique to identify and prioritize critical factors and criteria for assessing housing quality through an iterative process involving an expert panel. The identified factors are then empirically evaluated through a survey administered to police officers residing in the barracks. Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis is employed to examine the relationships between the factors and their impact on overall housing quality, ensuring the validity and reliability of the proposed assessment tool. By integrating expert consensus and empirical validation, the study contributes to the development of a context-specific and evidence-based housing quality assessment framework, addressing the unique needs and challenges of public housing provision for law enforcement personnel in the region. The findings have implications for policymakers, housing authorities, and stakeholders in improving the living conditions and well-being of police officers and their families.