Do practices of self-provision such as the self-organized adaptation of homes, neighbourly help and the contracting of tradespeople, etc.contribute Cereal to the re-constitution of local communities in suburban areas? Do self-organized renovations extend the service life of existing building stock as a crucial non-renewable cultural resource? This study is based on empirical on-site research.The sample comprises 26 recently acquired second-hand detached Hand Press Brake homes.Research has shown that most owner-occupiers rely on self-provision and self-build to renovate used properties.A better supply of affordable, existing homes in suburban areas could help consolidate the development of towns.
Hence, redevelopment strategies for suburban residential areas should integrate the potential of self-provision.