The marketplace in Vrapče, Zagreb, which was inaugurated in February 2025 at a cost of over three million euros, has not met expectations as most of its internal spaces remain unoccupied, leading to a minimal number of tenants. The local government, led by Mayor Tomislav Tomašević, had initially touted this marketplace as a crucial investment for the western part of Zagreb, yet its current status raises questions about the project's viability. After just one year since its grand opening, the marketplace is slated for reconstruction at an additional cost of 80 thousand euros, highlighting concerns regarding fiscal responsibility and planning effectiveness.

The failure of the marketplace to attract vendors and customers has intensified scrutiny on city investments and the strategies employed by Tomašević's administration. Critics of the project point to its lack of operational facilities and suggest that the considerable public spending has not resulted in proportional public benefits. The situation underscores the risks inherent in large municipal projects and the need for thorough market studies before such investments are made.

Mayor Tomašević’s administration, which is part of the progressive Možemo party, is now faced with the challenge of rehabilitating the brand new marketplace into a functional community hub. Stakeholders and local citizens will be watching closely to determine how the city plans to address these shortcomings and avoid further financial missteps in future projects.