I think the point at which it gets talked about as a conspiracy theory is when a larger agenda and motive are ascribed to those policy goals. Much like it wasn

I think the point at which it gets talked about as a conspiracy theory is when a larger agenda and motive are ascribed to those policy goals. Much like it wasn't a conspiracy to invade Iraq, but if it was done with the purpose of enriching say, Halliburton, then the conspiracy involved was in bringing about the policy while hiding the motivation. In this case, the conspiracy theory seems to be that 15 minute cities are being pushed as a way to prevent free movement of people by limiting their access to and use of automobiles and getting them accustomed to staying in one general place.