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Bolzano Considers Controversial Dog Tax to Fund Parks

9/26/2025

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Bolzano proposes a dog tax to fund street cleaning and dog parks, reviving a levy abolished in 2008; visitors pay €1.50/day, residents €100/year.
The tax would replace a DNA dog-testing policy with low compliance, addressing waste and enforcement challenges.
Mayor Claudio Corrarati opposes the plan; fines for non-compliance run €200–€600, and critics say it burdens families and visiting dog owners.

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Bolzano proposes a dog tax to fund street cleaning and dog parks, reviving a levy abolished in 2008; visitors pay €1.50/day, residents €100/year.
The tax would replace a DNA dog-testing policy with low compliance, addressing waste and enforcement challenges.
Mayor Claudio Corrarati opposes the plan; fines for non-compliance run €200–€600, and critics say it burdens families and visiting dog owners.