On the Regulation of Selected Externalities in the Modern Urban Environment in Slovakia
Shared Micromobility, Short-Term Accommodation and Outdoor Advertising
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https://doi.org/10.46282/blr.2025.9.2.1114Keywords:
Negative Externalities, Regulation, Local Government, Micromobility, Short-Term Rentals, Outdoor AdvertisingAbstract
This paper analyses local authorities' ability in Slovakia to regulate negative externalities of selected urban services, specifically shared micromobility, short-term tourist rentals, and outdoor advertising. The authors explore the current legal framework and identify significant regulatory gaps at the local level. Drawing from international experiences, they propose measures such as operator registration, mandatory data sharing, geofencing implementation, and empowering municipalities to establish binding rules. The study emphasises that effective regulation requires legislative changes at the national level combined with enhanced local competencies, aiming to minimise adverse impacts while preserving the benefits of these services.
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