A squatter settlement is an area where people live in makeshift homes without legal permission from the landowner. These settlements often arise in urban areas where housing is scarce and affordable options are limited. Residents typically build their homes using available materials, leading to informal and often unsafe living conditions. Squatter settlements are commonly found in developing countries, where rapid urbanization and economic challenges push people to seek shelter in unoccupied land. These communities may lack basic services such as clean water, sanitation, and electricity, making life difficult for their inhabitants.