Informal settlements shape cities not only through their physical form but also by influencing their social and symbolic image. Problematically, these areas are often marked by recurring social conflicts that influence spatial fabric and urban perception. In Makassar, Indonesia, brawl between kampung (villages) within informal settlements illustrate how conflict extends beyond interpersonal conflict in urban areas. While research connecting informal settlements with inter-community clashes remains limited, this study shows that communities can mitigate conflict through local movement governance and adaptive strategy application integrated with community resilience. This study employes qualitative methods, including interviews, observation, and participatory mapping. Findings reveal that brawls not only cause infrastructural damage but also change mobility and territorial patterns. This study provides insight into developing informal settlement upgrading programs that are applicable for urban planning aligned with local policy, particularly in the city-associated conflict areas.