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    The effects of street trading on urban areas Case of Bordj Bou Arreridj City , Algeria
    (Urban Technical Management Institute - University of Msila, 2023) Serdani, Akram; Ouzir, Malika
    This dissertation explores the effects of street trade in urban areas, focusing on a case study of thecity of Bordj Bou Arreridj. The choice of this topic was motivated by the increasing prevalence ofstreet trade in Bordj Bou Arreridj without prior examination, which piqued our scientific curiosityto investigate it from an urban perspective. We aim to understand the causes of street trade and itspositive and negative impacts on the urban environment in economic, social, and architectural aspects. The study utilizes various research tools, including questionnaires and interviews, and contextualizes the phenomenon within a historical framework to highlight the city's significance intrade. Additionally, we examine the legal framework established by Algerian legislation and the local-level measures taken to address street trade. Our findings reveal both the negative and positive effects of street trade. Adverse effects include traffic congestion, urban landscape distortion, and environmental and health regulations non-compliance. However, street trade also has positive aspects, such as fostering social interactions and providing livelihood opportunities for marginalized groups in urban areas. Based on our research, we propose technical and legal measures to maximize the benefits derived from street trade while mitigating its consequences. These measures aim to smash a balancebetween regulating street trade and harnessing its potential for urban development