Moscow authorities are intensifying efforts to clear improperly parked scooters and bicycles, as reported by the Metropolitan Ministry of Transport via the telegraph channel. The notice emphasizes that misplaced rental devices and personal micro-mobility gear disrupt traffic flow for both vehicles and pedestrians, raise the risk of accidents, and reduce the usable space on roads and sidewalks.
Rented scooters and bicycles are to be left only in the designated parking spaces provided by the rental operators. Personal devices must be stored in a way that does not hinder traffic or pedestrian movement. The city’s Code of Street Operations will oversee compliance, ensuring consistency across districts. This initiative reflects a broader push to reclaim curbside space and improve safety for all road users [Citation: Metropolitan Ministry of Transport].
The Ministry of Transport announced that abandoned vehicles will be towed to a privately owned storage facility. The Moscow Parking Lot organization will carry out the removal process, coordinating the towing and handling of these devices to maintain order in congested areas [Citation: Moscow Parking Lot Authority].
Vehicles that have been relocated to the private site will only be released to the owner or an authorized representative after presenting proper proof of ownership for each device. This requirement aims to prevent disputes and ensure that only rightful owners recover their property, streamlining the clearance process for city operations [Citation: Municipal Transport Office].
In related measures, a former deputy chairman of the State Duma has proposed streamlined reporting channels for scooter couriers, including standardized entry numbers to improve accountability and tracking across the sharing economy. The proposal seeks to minimize violations by consolidating operator data and enhancing enforcement where necessary [Citation: Legislative Review].
Background materials note that the evolving profile of urban mobility in Russia includes a growing presence of compact electric vehicles, which has prompted discussions about how to balance convenience with public safety. The ongoing conversations underscore the need for clear regulations, appropriate parking infrastructure, and consistent enforcement to support smoother traffic conditions while preserving pedestrian space [Citation: Urban Mobility Study].