URBACT Good Practices

A strategic plan to create a business and innovation-friendly ecosystem 

A placemaking approach to developing the city as a playground 

Involving city stakeholders in decision-making processes 

Involving communities in procurement preparation and selection of successful bidders 

The collaborative management of urban commons to counteract poverty and socio-spatial polarisation

Making an impact through open governance: the Regional Civic Organisation Academy 

The new ‘Towns’ Living Room’, established by the municipality in a vacant building, involves the heads of the city administration, active citizens, social services, development agency, public library and nursing home, local clubs and various associations

Engaging young people through participatory budgeting 

A municipal programme highlighting shops whose historical and cultural heritage contribute to the city’s identity