Acampados em Monsanto

The housing crisis in Portugal is not solely about building more homes; it requires addressing the concentration of qualified jobs in metropolitan areas, particularly Lisbon. Lisbon accounts for a significant portion of the national GDP and employment, leading to demographic pressures. The scarcity of urbanizable land and rising construction costs hinder affordable housing supply. As a result, workers are pushed to distant municipalities, increasing commuting times and costs, while diminishing quality of life. A comprehensive strategy is needed to create strong regional employment hubs, decentralize public institutions, and enhance public housing availability. Without a serious territorial rebalancing policy, housing strategies will remain ineffective.