1. A human settlement established without legal authorization or proper urban planning, typically on public or private land
The city is struggling with the growth of irregular settlements on the outskirts.
A cidade está enfrentando o crescimento de assentamentos irregulares nas periferias.
2. An informal residential area lacking adequate infrastructure, sanitation, and legal property rights
Residents of the irregular settlement lack access to basic services.
Os moradores do assentamento irregular não têm acesso a serviços básicos.