Study on the Development Process and Utilization of Commercial Facilities Accomodating Illegal Street Vendors

A Case Study of Kota Tua, Jakarta, Indonesia

Abstract

Illegal street vending is a persistent issue in many Indonesian cities, including Jakarta’s historical district, Kota Tua. Since 2017, the local government has addressed this by relocating vendors to designated commercial facilities. This study investigates the development and utilization of six such facilities through interviews and on-site surveys. The findings classify development into three types: government-built, individually renovated, and privately renovated facilities. A key issue is the mismatch between initial facility plan and later urban redevelopment policies in the government-built facility. Additionally, tenant occupancy is influenced by location, visibility, and nearby illegal vendors.