Turkish municipalities curb noise, visual pollution in Karşıyaka, Bodrum

Karşıyaka district in İzmir intensified inspections against noise pollution. The Climate Change and Zero Waste Directorate measured sound levels at entertainment venues, construction sites and businesses. Establishments lacking a music broadcast permit or exceeding the legal decibel limit were warned and subsequently fined under the Environmental Noise Control Regulation, with penalties starting at 419,000 Turkish lira and increasing for repeat offences. Mayor Yıldız Ünsal said the city prioritises citizens’ safety and peace, pledging continuous day‑and‑night monitoring.

In Bodrum, the municipality launched a city‑wide operation to clear abandoned items that cause visual pollution in public spaces such as streets, sidewalks, squares and parks. Coordinated by the municipal police and the district gendarmerie, residents were asked to remove personal belongings and discarded materials by 7 July; any items left afterwards will be removed by officials. Mayor Tamer Mandalinci stressed the effort aims to keep public areas clean, safe and orderly, calling on citizens to cooperate.

Both actions reflect Turkish local governments’ effort to enforce environmental regulations and improve urban livability.