In compliance with the city's urban management initiative, many business households and families occupying street-front properties have begun removing temporary awnings. This action is being taken to enhance fire safety and improve the urban aesthetic of the area at the same time.
The first-floor awning of another building on Hang Ma Street was removed due to encroachment violation.
Hang, a business owner on Hang Ma Street, affirmed her commitment to the new regulations.
She said she would comply with government mandates but expressed hope for the implementation of "reasonable policies" that allow local businesses to operate "with peace of mind."
Police have issued a citation to a food business on Hang Ca Street for the illegal use of the sidewalk.
While Hanoi authorities have repeatedly organized campaigns to remove illegal awnings and reclaim sidewalks for pedestrians, the order was often maintained for short periods before vendors returned.
