Uppsala municipality wants stricter rules for electric scooters to improve traffic safety and reduce misparking. The proposal includes a cap on the number of vehicles and a maximum of two operators. A decision is expected on April 29.
Uppsala municipality plans to tighten rules for renting out electric scooters in the city. The ruling coalition proposes a limited number of vehicles and permits for at most two companies at a time. The aim is to create a safer traffic environment and address issues like blocking sidewalks and entrances, according to Rafael Waters (S), chair of the street and community environment committee.
The background includes resident complaints and reports of accidents. Waters states: "We have given the companies time to handle this neatly, but it is still messy. Therefore, we now need to regulate to create better order and a safer traffic environment."
Additional rules include parking only in bike racks or designated zones and a speed limit of 10 km/h between 11 pm and 5 am in central Uppsala.
The Moderates criticize parts of the proposal. Fredrik Björkman (M), a committee member, says: "In principle, we Moderates think it is wrong to regulate the market." He believes dialogue with companies could solve the problems instead. The decision will be made in the street and community environment committee on April 29.
