Participatory processes for preparation of Urban Plans and Zoning: recent experiences innovations

Abstract The Brazilian Constitution of 1988 established participatory democracy. In 2001, the City Statute makes federal law fair and sustainable to the city and binds the participation to the implementation of this new urban policy a municipal liability. In 2016, a second wave of plans was developed, transitioning from “experiences” to a strong process in policy decisions. Architects and planners are among the most involved. Social actors connected to the urban matters ask themselves how to improve and give quality to the participation in the process of revision of urban codes. This text presents a method in participatory processes implemented, which can inspire professionals involved with the democratization of the cities. We discuss cases of Jundiaí and Vinhedo, municipalities in the State of São Paulo. The introduction of innovative participatory methodology, including different surveys, resulted in laws that reflect a project for a more democratic and inclusive city.