by InTrieste
In a bid to strike a balance between the bustling nightlife and residents’ right to peace, a revamped city ordinance brings significant changes to the so-called “movida” scene, specifically addressing outdoor music. Key highlights include reducing the permissible days for noise waivers from 14 to 6, adjusting the hours for sound activities from Sunday to Thursday until 10:30 PM and extending it to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. Penalties for non-compliance have been toughened, ranging from revoking waivers to potentially suspending activities for durations proportional to the violations.
Explaining the rationale behind the measures, Deputy Mayor and Municipal Commissioner for Economic Policies Serena Tonel emphasized the need to harmonize the commercial interests of bars, restaurants, and hotels with citizens’ right to enjoyment and residents’ right to rest and tranquility.
The regulations were crafted in collaboration with Michele Babuder, Commissioner for Territorial Policies, and Cristina De Gavardo, Commissioner for Security Policies, in consultation with the Committee for Order and Safety, including law enforcement representatives. Additionally, discussions took place with local districts during the summer months. While the regulations could take effect as early as the holiday season, the approval process for the acoustic classification plan is expected to be lengthier.
“We aim to encourage investments in creating safe entertainment spaces for young people,” stated Deputy Mayor Tonel. “Simultaneously, we aim to support business owners forced to navigate their operations amid diverse regulations.”
