30 July 2026
Increased Oversight on Compliance with Beautification Rules in Almaty
Almaty enforces beautification rules with 8,972 passports registered and significant fines issued for non-compliance.

Almaty continues its efforts to enforce the city's Beautification Rules. Since the beginning of the year, legal entities have registered 8,972 beautification passports, surpassing planned targets. This was announced by the Department of Municipal Infrastructure and Housing Inspection.
This document confirms the assignment of responsibility for maintaining adjacent areas.
In the first half of the year, specialists issued nearly 5,000 verbal warnings and compiled 9,679 administrative materials under Article 505 of the Code of Administrative Offenses. The total fines imposed amounted to 111.9 million tenge.
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Following the resumption of the passport campaign at the Mayor's directive, an additional 672 beautification passports were issued. During this period, 547 administrative materials were compiled, with fines exceeding 12.7 million tenge.
According to the department, this initiative aims to increase the accountability of property owners and maintain order within the city.
reports ЖКХ24, citing the website of the Department of Municipal Infrastructure and Housing Inspection.
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30 July 2026
From August 1, new tariffs for LRT are being introduced in Astana
New tariffs for light rail transport in Astana will take effect on August 1, aiming to improve services and infrastructure.

From August 1, passengers of the light rail transport in Astana will face a new tariff update. An expanded tariff system will come into effect on the Tarlan Astana line, promising a redistribution of prices for users.
"new conditions will be offered to passengers" — the department announced.
This change will be the first step towards improving the transport infrastructure in the capital, providing a more convenient and accessible way to move around the city. According to Tengrinews, the tariffs are aimed at enhancing service and improving the quality of services for residents and visitors of the city.
