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Are Place-Based Policies a Boon for Everyone?, No. 24-07

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Are Place-Based Policies a Boon for Everyone?, No. 24-07

DATE: February 2024

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ABSTRACT: Despite the widespread implementation of locally targeted "place-based" interventions, their optimal design and effectiveness in addressing regional economic disparities remains open. Proponents argue that they can leverage powerful agglomeration economies and benefit underserved areas. Critics highlight potential pitfalls like inefficiency, gentrification and negative spillovers. Evaluating their effectiveness is challenging due to policy heterogeneity and data limitations, as existing evidence presents a mixed picture: Some programs seem to contribute to job creation and poverty reduction, while others exhibit negligible or even detrimental effects. Ultimately, a balanced approach is recommended. Place-based policies should be considered alongside other interventions within a comprehensive strategy addressing regional disparities.

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Pinto, Santiago. "Are Place-Based Policies a Boon for Everyone?, No. 24-07," Economic Brief (February 2024). https://fraser.stlouisfed.org/title/6034/item/660860, accessed on June 16, 2025.

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