Quang Ngai to charge for temporary use of sidewalks, roads from July 1

Quang Ngai province in Vietnam is set to implement new fees for the temporary use of sidewalks and roads, starting July 1. The provincial People's Council has approved a resolution detailing the collection of these fees, aiming to enhance urban order and traffic safety while generating revenue.

The charges will affect organizations and individuals utilizing public spaces for activities such as storing construction materials, collecting waste, and operating parking lots. In urban areas, fees for construction material storage and waste collection are set at 4,000 Vietnamese dong per square meter per day. Parking operations will be charged at 2,000 dong per square meter per day for usage up to 15 days, and 30,000 dong per square meter per month for longer periods.

Rural areas will see lower rates, with construction material and waste collection fees at 2,000 dong per square meter per day. Parking fees in rural zones are 1,000 dong per square meter per day for usage up to 15 days, and 10,000 dong per square meter per month for extended use. A 50% reduced rate applies for usage within a single half-day period.

However, the resolution also outlines several exemptions. Households classified as poor, the elderly, individuals with disabilities, those recognized for revolutionary contributions, and ethnic minorities living in particularly disadvantaged areas will be exempt from the fees. Additionally, parking areas serving weddings or funerals, activities related to political or cultural events, disaster response, rescue operations, firefighting, and epidemic prevention efforts will also be free of charge. The authorities responsible for granting temporary permits will collect the fees, with all revenue to be deposited into the state budget.