Signature of a cooperation agreement with the Muncipality of Bologna

In April 2022 City Space Architecture started to discuss with the Municipality of Bologna regarding the possibility to sign a cooperation agreement for the implementation of a biodiversity public garden. The agreement falls into the "Regulation on Collaboration between Citizens and the City for the Care and Regeneration of Urban Commons" that the Municipality of Bologna implemented as an innovative tool (adopted in 2014) for active engagement of local stakeholders and citizens in the co-creation and management of shared, civic spaces for public use.

The co-creation process with the Municipality of Bologna took several months: City Space Architecture submitted a full proposal with a concept note and a design of the green insfrastructure through a 3D simulation. On 1 August 2022 a meeting at the green spot took place with several representatives of the Municipality of Bologna, to discuss and agree regarding the improvement of existing green infrastructure and the new intervention.

After several additional clarifications in regard of commitements and responsibilities of both sides, the agreement was approved by both sides and signed in October 2022, it will stay in place till September 2024. As detailed in the agreement, City Space Architecture will be in charge to renew the green infrastructure – by planting trees and bushes - and maintain the garden clean and accessible for local residents, with the possibility to organize small cultural events with the engagement of national and international artists.