Parisians Approve Tripled Parking Fees for SUVs

In a decisive move to curb pollution and congestion, over 54% of Paris voters support increased parking costs for SUVs, aiming for a greener city ahead of the Olympics.

Parisians voted in favor of tripling parking fees for SUVs to 18 euros per hour in the city center, as part of efforts to reduce pollution and congestion.
The low-turnout vote saw only 5.7% of eligible voters participate, but the measure passed with more than 54% support.
The new parking fees are part of Mayor Anne Hidalgo's broader initiative to make Paris greener and more pedestrian-friendly ahead of the 2024 Olympics.
Exemptions from the increased fees include Paris residents, taxi drivers, tradespeople, health workers, and people with disabilities.
Critics argue the measure is a form of punitive environmentalism, while supporters see it as a necessary step towards a more sustainable city.