As propriedades como forma concretizadora de um (re) pensar da propriedade

Abstract

Rethinking the concept of property, from an evolution on the concept of collectiveness rather than individuality, has lead us to a change of mentality in which the individual, with his autonomy and dignity, arises and demands that the state

meets his fundamental needs. It is our intention to show the changes such concept has undergone, and the main modifications that have taken place in relation to the

repersonalization of private law and the exteriorization of the social function of property rights from a historical and doctrinal viewpoint to an updated one. We have searched the core ideas in the studies conducted by philosophers such as Thomas Hobbes, John Locke and Immanuel Kant, with emphasis on property acquisition,collective and social interests as well as a critical analysis on the viewpoints of several theorists. We have also studied urban housing problems from a personalist viewpoint on property aiming at drawing people’s attention and searching for solutions in order to make sure everyone has an a