CHALLENGES AND REALITY OF SANITARY SEWAGE SERVICES IN SUBNORMAL AGLOMERATES IN THE STATE OF SÃO PAULO (Atena Editora)

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the problem of precarious sewage services in subnormal agglomerations in the state of São Paulo. The research presents updated data on sewage collection and treatment and an overview of the evolution of the number of subnormal agglomerations in the state. The proliferation of these clusters becomes an even greater problem when related to the difficulties in universalizing basic sanitation in these settlements, especially regarding sewage services. This work adopts a dialectical approach and a methodological procedure based on the indirect documentation technique, using statistical sources from government agencies and bibliographically exploring works and research related to the topic. The results of this study reveal the challenges faced by residents of these settlements with regard to access to sewage services. Furthermore, they point out that the increase in the number of subnormal agglomerations in the municipalities of São Paulo is a worrying trend, directly related to the lack of access to decent housing and the precariousness of basic sanitation. This study contributes to a better understanding of social inequalities, shedding light on the gaps in basic sanitation conditions in peripheral communities. Furthermore, it offers subsidies that can guide efforts aimed at improving these conditions and helping the residents of these communities to overcome the difficulties inherent to life in subnormal settlements. This research emphasizes the need for public policies and concrete actions to improve the quality of life of these vulnerable populations and promote access to sanitation services regardless of socioeconomic status or geographic location.