OSAKA, Oct 25 (News On Japan) –
Osaka City has determined to cease accepting new functions for “special zone minpaku” lodging amenities on the finish of May 2026 following a pointy rise in neighborhood disputes over noise and rubbish disposal.
The particular zone minpaku system was launched by the nationwide authorities to ease lodging shortages by loosening rules on working days and different situations. More than 90 % of such amenities nationwide are concentrated in Osaka City.
However, repeated troubles between company and native residents over noise and waste administration have drawn growing concern. The metropolis obtained 399 complaints associated to minpaku operations in fiscal 2023—greater than double the earlier yr’s determine—prompting authorities to droop new functions.
Although the town initially deliberate to offer a grace interval for public notification, sources say it has now finalized a plan to cease accepting functions from May thirtieth subsequent yr.
A proper resolution is anticipated to be made at a nationwide authorities assembly in November. Osaka City additionally intends to seek the advice of with the central authorities on revising rules to strengthen oversight of inappropriate operators.
Source: YOMIURI