Evaluating the Impact of Infrastructure Interventions on Quality of Life: A Case Study of the City Without Poorer Areas Program (KOTAKU) in Surakarta, Indonesia

Abstract In line with national goals and efforts to reduce poorer areas settlements, the municipality government of Surakarta has launched the City Without Poorer Areas program (KOTAKU) in the Semanggi Area. However, evaluations of these infrastructure interventions often focus solely on physical improvements, overlooking their impact on beneficiaries’ quality of life. This study addresses this gap by identifying individual life domains as key factors in assessing the quality of life for KOTAKU beneficiaries. Utilizing weighting analysis and summative content analysis, the research explores how these interventions affect beneficiaries’ well- being. The findings reveal that KOTAKU infrastructure improvements significantly enhance individual life domains, resulting in increased happiness and gratitude among beneficiaries. Each impact has unique interpretations and implications. This research highlights the importance of considering both physical and emotional aspects in evaluating infrastructure programs, providing valuable insights into their broader effects on beneficiaries’ quality of life.