Neighbourhood Markets as Driving Force of Suburbs’ Urban Regeneration: The Case of the City of Rome (Italy)

Neighbourhood markets are essential elements within urban areas, with particular relevance in peripheral areas lacking services and gathering places. These markets, considered as public spaces and social architectures, offer significant potential for urban regeneration and social evolution. This study examines the economic and financial aspects of municipal local market regeneration projects, with a specific focus on a peripheral district of the city of Rome (Italy). Socio-economic investigations are utilized to structure a comprehensive framework for assessing project feasibility, with a particular emphasis on public entities as the primary investors. The returns from these endeavours go beyond mere financial gains, encompassing a broad range of considerations, including environmental and social impacts.