<![CDATA[This study aims to evaluate the extent to which public perception of the construction of the Southern Cross Road (SCR) influences community empowerment in Sanden District, Bantul Regency. Using a quantitative explanatory approach, the study involved 100 respondents selected using the Slovin formula and purposive sampling technique. Data collected through Likert-scale questionnaires and observations were analysed using paired sample t-tests and multiple linear regression. The findings indicate that residents responded very positively to the SCR project (mean 4.61). A difference test confirmed a significant increase in community empowerment post-development. Furthermore, perceptual variables, including accessibility, economic opportunities, and new identities, were shown to significantly influence community empowerment, both partially and simultaneously. This study concludes that positive community perception is a key element in achieving independence as a result of national infrastructure development.]]>
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