Urban Memories of Recife

Reflections on housing precariousness within the PAC-Beberibe

Abstract

This article reflects on the dynamics of urban policy implementation in Recife, focusing on the interventions carried out under the PAC-Beberibe program. By analyzing the experiences of beneficiaries and the precariousness management practices adopted by the project, we observe that the Beberibe region continues to reproduce historical inequalities, whose roots trace back to the colonial period. The study reveals that, although PAC sought to address historical demands, it also reinforced processes of socio-spatial segregation, with inadequate removals and resettlements. Urban policies, by prioritizing economic development and beautification, often neglect the well-being of affected communities. Using ethnography as an analytical tool, the article exposes how these policies reflect and perpetuate power dynamics and exclusion, suggesting the need for more equitable and inclusive interventions. The research contributes to the debate on urban planning, advocating for policies that promote historical reparation and social justice.