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Therefore, in a context of climate change the two case study areas face the dual challenge of an increasing \u2018investment gap\u2019 and increasing vulnerability. Although the estimated costs are still based on approximate calculations, they are substantive. Using primary and secondary data, as well as analysis of the legal and policy framework, the paper shows that \u2018informality of desire\u2019 is not only tolerated but actually incentivised in both countries. This leads to substantial short-term financial benefits for private developers and property owners but also some gains for local authorities and central governments. 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