Could also just be the fact that those housing projects aren’t well-maintained or well-run. A lot of homeless people don’t like places like that because they’re just one step removed from a slum. I know the Section 8 housing in my city is generally pretty shitty, and a well-kept tent would be more comfortable - to say nothing of landlords looking for any excuse to get rid of you or calling the police at the drop of a hat.
Could also just be the fact that those housing projects aren’t well-maintained or well-run. A lot of homeless people don’t like places like that because they’re just one step removed from a slum. I know the Section 8 housing in my city is generally pretty shitty, and a well-kept tent would be more comfortable - to say nothing of landlords looking for any excuse to get rid of you or calling the police at the drop of a hat.