URBACT Good Practices

Anchor institutions using spend analysis to improve procurement practice and benefit the local economy

A tailored strategy anticipating, preventing, and combatting substandard housing

By using empty buildings and culture as an intermediary, solutions to complex challenges are co-created between the citizens and the municipality.

Boosting urban residents' well-being through nature connection 

Mobilising arts and culture sector to contribute to local climate change policies

25 years of housing rehabilitation for social purposes

Promoting cycling as a means of commuting in the city 

Appointing community representatives amongst the residents of the target area Edgbaston Reservoir, to become permanent ambassadors, communicating with the City Council, and understanding their challenges – enabling Birmingham in this way to rebuild trust

Integrated approach to urban regeneration of a disadvantaged district through a citizen participation process and three strategic intercorrelated pathways.