In response to climate change, urbanization, and decreasing availability of arable land, vertical farming is emerging as a promising solution for more resilient and sustainable food systems. This thesis investigates the conditions shaping the implementation and integration of vertical farming in Swedish urban planning. Combining Multi-Level Perspective and Hype Theory, the study applies document analysis and semi-structured interviews with actors involved in the sector. The findings reveal that despite the technology’s potential, vertical farming remains marginal in planning processes due to weak institutional anchoring, policy fragmentation, and financial barriers. The sector also suffers from a lack of long-term strategies and formal regulatory frameworks. However, the study identifies several opportunities, including cross-sectoral collaboration, synergies with urban infrastructure, and increased involvement from planners and policymakers. A key insight is that vertical farming achieves greater legitimacy and practical impact when embedded into broader urban systems rather than being treated as an isolated innovation. The study concludes that for vertical farming to move beyond its current niche status, there is a need for integrated governance models, clearer planning guidelines, and structural support mechanisms that link food production with sustainable urban development. By highlighting both obstacles and possibilities, the thesis contributes to a more nuanced understanding of how planning systems can either enable or constrain the development of alternative food production methods in urban settings.