Social housing associations as an example of social housing management – case study

The article raises the issue of public governance in the w context of the housing economy. The characteristics of tasks, which were imposed upon units of the local government at the municipal level in this respect, have been presented herein. Local government units, responsible for meeting diverse needs of the community, play a significant role in creating the quality of life of the citizens. Within the aspect of the housing economy, this task relates to two planes: building new flats and managing the already existing housing stock. The article presents models of managing the housing resources that are used in Poland, with particular emphasis on social housing associations. This solution involves the transfer of the municipal property management into the hands of private partners. The essence of this approach is exemplified by Zak?ad Gospodarki Mieszkaniowej Towarzystwo Budownictwa Spo?ecznego w Cz?stochowie sp. z o.o. (i.e. Department of Housing Management Social Housing Association in Czestochowa LLC). This article is based on a review of reference books and on the own study carried out in 19 Polish cities as well as the case study.