Financing urban infrastructure in less developed countries

This paper, volume one of a three-volume report on infrastructure finance, discusses the public sector"s role in infrastructure finance and examines the gap between funds available for financing infrastructure and the level required to adequately serve urban needs.

Peterson, George E. · 1991

Abstract

Currently-utilized options for financing infrastructure are outlined, including self-financing through user charges, capping land values, and borrowing and financing through local government. The special issues of private sector financing of infrastructure and protecting the poor are also explored. (Author abstract)

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Classification

Document type: Studies & Literature Reviews
DEC type: Other USAID Supported Study/Document
Geography: Latin America
Subject: Urban areas and urbanization
DEC terms: Development financePoorPrivate sectorPublic sectorPublic services
Sponsoring organization: USAID. Bur. for Asia and Private Enterprise. Ofc. of Housing and Urban Programs
Authoring organization: Urban Institute (UI)
Language: English

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