Abstract

The debate surrounding the increased privatization of public space has been going on for a long time. Business Improvement District (BID) which is a type of public-private partnership is seen as one of the reasons for the increased privatization of public space. The agenda behind the collaboration is increased security and increased property value (Schaller, 2019; Franzén et al., 2016; Metha, 2014; Ward, 2014; 2007; Zukin, 1995). Against this background, this study aims from a critical perspective to investigate how BID-inspired collaboration can influence the design and accessibility of public space. This is a case study that focuses on BID-inspired collaboration in Skårbygränd located in Rinkeby, Stockholm. The theoretical approach consists of theoretical concepts such as urban critical theory, right to the city, and public space. The used methods are semi-structured interviews and policy analysis. The study's results support an increased understanding of BID-inspired collaborations' impact on public space. Conclusions that can be drawn from the study's results are that BID-inspired collaboration leads to an increased influence among private actors and decreased power among the citizens to affect the design of public space.

Samhällsplanering, avancerad nivå, masteruppstas för examensarbete i samhällsplanering, 30hp Handledare: Andrew Byerley Språk: Svenska Nyckelord: Business improvement district, kritisk urbanteori, right to the city, offentligt rum, samverkan.