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Masters Theses

1971

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The Classification Of Second Homes: A Proposed System Based On An Inventory And Selected Analysis Of Second Homes In Sevier County, Tennessee, David Ridgway Mosena Sep 1971

The Classification Of Second Homes: A Proposed System Based On An Inventory And Selected Analysis Of Second Homes In Sevier County, Tennessee, David Ridgway Mosena

Masters Theses

Second homes, primarily used as vacation housing, have substantially increased in number in the United States over the past ten years. They differ from primary dwelling units in physical design, types of tenancy, types of occupants, and in the pattern and intensity of their use. Since second home growth may have both positive and negative effects on the economic, social, physical, and environmental character of a particular area, local and regional planning agencies must take them into consideration.

The purpose of this study was to construct a classification system for second homes in order to facilitate the collection and analysis …