Down and Out in New Orleans by Peter J. Marina

Author:Peter J. Marina [Marina, Peter J.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Social Science, Sociology, Urban
ISBN: 9780231178525
Google: Pr3DAQAACAAJ
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Published: 2017-01-15T03:30:38+00:00

Space Between Neighbors

It’s best to avoid squat houses that sit next to an occupied residential home. Neighbors will usually call the police if they suspect people are squatting in a vacant home next to their own. One reason is noise. Squatters don’t want to have to remain in near silence while “at home.” It’s no fun to curtail behavior based on a fear of neighbors calling the police. And no one wants to get a surprise visit from the police in the middle of the night.

Intact Roof and Walls

The best houses for squatting protect urban campers from the outside elements, especially rain and the brutal Louisiana mosquitoes. Houses plagued with ants, mosquitoes, spiders, roaches, and other vermin can have severe repercussions on the health of squatters, as can overly damp conditions. I’ve seen many urban campers with horrible rashes and sores from insects, especially spiders. Many travelers suffer from what they call “rot foot,” which one gets when traveling long distances in the rain with inadequate footwear. Suffice it to say, it’s difficult and unhealthy to sleep in the rain or in wet conditions. A good squat must keep urban campers dry.

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