Modica, the battle over driveways continues: from the legal front it shifts to the political one

In Modica, the controversy over driveways shifts from the legal arena to the political one.

The Socialist Alternative has sent a formal note to the Monisteri Administration and all the forces present in the City Council, urging immediate action on the Regulation of the Unique Property Fee (CUP).

The stated goal is to stem the flood of assessment notices hitting taxpayers, identifying a common-sense solution capable of avoiding a season of endless disputes.

The Committee, in addition to the protest, proposes four technical corrections to be introduced without delay into the regulation:

First: allow owners of “de facto” driveways to regularize their position by paying the only principal amount, with complete waiver of penalties and interest.

Second: for driveways that, due to objective reasons related to urban layout, cannot benefit from the parking ban or adequate maneuvering space, provide a flat fee not exceeding 30.00 euros per year.

Third: introduce reduced rates for those who use the driveway only during certain periods of the year or occasionally.

Fourth: automatically apply, through self-certification, the exemptions for persons with disabilities, eliminating the annual renewal obligation and ensuring retroactivity.

In the letter, signed by Antonio Ruta, Article 97 of the Constitution is expressly referenced, highlighting how the current management of assessments calls into question the principles of impartiality and good administration of Public Administration.

“The solution must be found politically,” writes the Socialist Alternative. “The collaboration of all councilors is necessary to address a situation that is heavily burdening families immediately and seriously.”

Now the issue arrives at Palazzo San Domenico. The proposal aims to open a debate in the chamber to translate the requests into concrete regulatory changes.

It remains to be seen how the majority led by Mayor Monisteri will react to a platform that effectively calls for a reconsideration of the strict approach to assessments entrusted to Creset.