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Stacked Decks: Building Inspectors and the Reproduction of Urban Inequality,New
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A startling look at the power and perspectives of city building inspectors as they navigate unequal housing landscapes.Though we rarely see them at work, building inspectors have the power to significantly shape our lives through their discretionary decisions. The building inspectors of Chicago are at the heart of sociologist Robin Bartrams analysis of how individuals impactor attempt to impacthousing inequality. In Stacked Decks, she reveals surprising patterns in the judgment calls inspectors make when deciding whom to cite for building code violations. These predominantly white, male inspectors largely recognize that they work within an unequal housing landscape that systematically disadvantages poor people and people of color through redlining, property taxes, and city spending that favor wealthy neighborhoods. Stacked Decks illustrates the uphill battle inspectors face when trying to change a housing system that works against those with the fewest resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Stacked Decks'? A: 'Stacked Decks' explores the role of city building inspectors and how their discretionary decisions contribute to urban inequality, particularly in housing.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Stacked Decks'? A: The book is authored by Robin Bartram, a sociologist who examines the impact of building inspectors on housing inequality.
- Q: When was 'Stacked Decks' published? A: 'Stacked Decks' was published on August 19, 2022.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Stacked Decks' have? A: 'Stacked Decks' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Stacked Decks'? A: The book contains 240 pages.
- Q: What edition of 'Stacked Decks' is available? A: 'Stacked Decks' is available in its First Edition.
- Q: What are the key themes addressed in 'Stacked Decks'? A: The book addresses key themes such as housing inequality, discretionary power of inspectors, and systemic disadvantages faced by marginalized communities.
- Q: Is 'Stacked Decks' suitable for academic study? A: 'Stacked Decks' provides a deep analysis of urban inequality and is suitable for academic study in sociology, urban planning, and related fields.
- Q: What insights does 'Stacked Decks' provide about building inspectors? A: The book reveals how building inspectors navigate complex housing landscapes and the patterns in their judgment calls regarding building code violations.
- Q: Can 'Stacked Decks' help in understanding urban policy? A: 'Stacked Decks' offers insights into urban policy by examining the implications of inspector decisions on housing and community welfare.