Argentinian towns propose new local business regulation measures

The municipal council of Dorrego (Buenos Aires Province) debated a resolution to create a single online registry of local trades. The proposal would let workers in sectors such as air‑conditioning, locksmithing, carpentry and computer repair voluntarily register their services on the city’s website, improving visibility for residents and supporting local employment. Councilor Rosana Cabarcos said the idea stems from “a concrete need of our neighbors,” while opponents raised concerns about municipal responsibility and the need for broader employment policies.

In Río Grande, a councilor from the FORJA party introduced an ordinance to update the city’s commercial‑licensing rules, which have been unchanged since 2002. The draft would allow the transfer of commercial permits when ownership changes without requiring a full new application, aiming to cut bureaucracy, lower costs and better reflect current economic conditions. Councillor Federico Runin highlighted that “the rigidity of the current norm must be revised” to facilitate business continuity.

Both initiatives seek to modernize municipal regulations and reduce administrative hurdles for local businesses in Argentina.