SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATED INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE THE SITUATION OF PEOPLE LIVING IN INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN ROMANIA - DELIVERABLE 2 - COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AND PROPOSED METHODOLOGY FOR PRIORITIZATION AND VALIDATION

Jul 19, 2026

This Deliverable 2 report provides a comparative analysis and proposes a methodology for prioritization and validation of informal settlements in Romania under the POIDS framework. It supports client ministries by outlining an approach to assess and select relevant localities, then validate them using structured criteria. The work is funded by the European Union via the Technical Support Instrument and delivered under an EC contract, with findings and conclusions prepared by World Bank staff and external collaborators.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages67

Reading Time2 h 49 min

Introduction

Selection of localities

Validation of localities

Pâncota

Șamșud

Drăgăneasa

Panciu

Conclusion

Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATED INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE THE SITUATION OF PEOPLE LIVING IN INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN ROMANIA DELIVERABLE 2: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS AND PROPOSED METHODOLOGY FOR PRIORITIZATION AND VALIDATION FOR INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN POIDS June 2023 DELIVERABLE 2 SUPPORT FOR INTEGRATED INTERVENTIONS TO IMPROVE THE SITUATION OF PEOPLE LIVING IN INFORMAL SETTLEMENTS IN ROMANIA Funded by the European Union through the Technical Support Instrument, managed by the DirectorateGeneral for Structural Reforms of the European Commission In support of client ministries: Ministry of Investment and European Projects Ministry of Development, Public Works and Administration This report was delivered in June 2023, under EC contract No REFORM/IM2021/028 (under TF07371), signed between the European Commission and the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development. It corresponds to Deliverable 1 for Technical Assistance under the agreement mentioned above. © 2023 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / World Bank 1818 H Street NW Washington DC 20433 Telephone: 202-473-1000 [Internet: www.worldbank.org](Internet: www.worldbank.org) DISCLAIMER This document has been produced with the financial support of the European Union. The views expressed in this document can in no way be taken to reflect the official opinion of the European Union. This report is a product of World Bank staff and external collaborators. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed in this document do not necessarily reflect the position of the World Bank, its Executive Board, or the governments it represents. The World Bank does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness or monetary value of the data included in the document, and assumes no responsibility for errors, omissions or discrepancies in the information, or liability if the information, methods, processes or conclusions presented are not used. The boundaries, colors, denominations, and any other information shown on maps in this report do not represent judgments by the World Bank on the legal status of any territory or the promotion or acceptance of such boundaries. Nothing in this document shall constitute or be deemed to constitute a limitation or suspension of the privileges and immunities of the World Bank, all of which are specially reserved. Rights and permissions The material in this document is copyright. As the World Bank encourages the dissemination of its knowledge, this document may be reproduced, in whole or in part, for non-commercial purposes, provided acknowledgement is given. All enquiries concerning rights and permissions, including subsidiary rights, should be addressed to World Bank Publications, World Bank Group, 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433, USA; fax: 202- 522-2625; e-mail: [pubrights@worldbank.org](pubrights@worldbank.org). THANKS This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Trust Fund Agreement and has been prepared under the guidance and supervision of Christoph Pusch (Practice Director, Urban and Disaster Risk Management, Europe and Central Asia) and Anna Akhalkatsi (Country Director, Romania and Hungary) . The report was prepared by a team coordinated by Carli Venter (Senior Urban Development Specialist) and Alina Petric (Social Protection Specialist) and including Vera Marin (Senior Urban Development Specialist), Ana-Maria Elian (Urban Development Specialist), Bogdan Suditu (Senior Urban Development Specialist), Damaris Bangean (Urban Expert), Alexandra Lulache (Urban Expert) . Additional expert contributions were provided by Ellen Hamilton (Senior Urban Development Specialist), Yondela Silimela (Senior Urban Development Specialist), Valerie Morrica (Senior Social Development Specialist) and Dianna Pizarro (Senior Social Development Specialist), The team is also grateful to the many people whose expertise co

FAQs

What is the purpose of Deliverable 2 in this project?

Deliverable 2 focuses on comparative analysis and proposes a methodology for prioritization and validation of informal settlements in Romania under POIDS.

How does the report address selection and validation of localities?

It includes sections for selecting localities and validating them, with detailed subsections for specific localities such as Pâncota, Șamșud, Drăgăneasa, and Panciu.

Who funded and delivered the report?

The report is funded by the European Union through the Technical Support Instrument and was delivered under an EC contract managed in connection with the World Bank team.

Jul 19, 2026

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