Abstract

The present study is on evaluation of factors contributing to citizen satisfaction in public realms and how to establish them. The results obtained employing analytical, descriptive, library research method demonstrated that three factors of access to services, social security and place identity as the most significant factors contributing to citizen satisfaction with urban public spaces. Furthermore, it was proved that establishment of such factors meet not only citizen satisfaction but also human needs and ultimately lead to growth and prosperity in various perspectives.

Keywords:

Citizen satisfaction, civil life, public realms, urban spaces,

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