Zegeye Muluye (PhD)Mamo Methe2025-07-302025-07-302024-10https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/5735This research aimed to assess the monitoring and controlling practices within housingprojects in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, focusing on the Koye Feche Akaki site. The study focuses on 20/80 condominium integrated housing development programs (IHDPs) atthe site. Drawing on existing literature, conceptual frameworks were developed to guide the research design and approach. Conceptual frameworks were created to direct theresearch design and methodology by drawing on previously published material. A questionnaire survey, document analysis, and a study of relevant literature were used tocollect and analyze the data. With the use of a quantitative research methodology and descriptive analysis, the study examined the shortcomings, restrictions, and difficultiesthat were present in the practices of monitoring and controlling within these housing developments. The findings revealed several critical areas that required attention, suchas inadequate quality control methods, monitoring procedures, resource scarcity, technological issues, and communication failures. Additionally, the study identifiedspecific shortcomings in the existing procedures, such as the need for advanced monitoring tools, comprehensive quality control systems, and effective lines ofcommunication. The challenges revealed included resistance to change, a lack of skilled personnel, insufficient data collection and reporting, and issues with regulatorycompliance. Enhancing resource allocation, stakeholder communication, data gathering, quality control procedures, flexibility, creativity, and regulatory complianceare all recommended by this research. Key Terms: Monitoring and controlling practices, Housing project, Challengesen-USThesis