The Borloo Law enacted in France in 2003 defined the guidelines for improvement projects as well as the maintenance management system for the regeneration of the housing estate including the role of associations involved in the process. This paper clarifies the significance and the role of the associations. In case of Angers city, the association “Régie de quartier d’Angers” was engaged as an association to represent inhabitants. It knew the local circumstances and went in the deliberation from earlier phase of the project and also took the responsibility for maintenance management. The proceeding reflects the regards of the inhabitants. The system of vegetable garden that was introduced enhances the community-building and the public safety measures, it is in the interest of ecological education, and finally contributes to more employment. It is argued that the maintenance management by the associations achieves the purpose of the Law, which aims towards sustainable reforms of habitation and dwelling environment.
