Review on law on protection from environmental noise and its implementation in Kosovo
Session
Architecture and Spatial Planning
Description
Despite its significant impact on public health and quality of life, noise pollution remains one of the least addressed forms of environmental degradation in Kosovo. This study aims to critically analyze the existing legal framework for environmental noise protection, with particular focus on Law No. 02/L-102, and to assess its practical implementation in the urban context of Kosovo. By employing an integrated methodological approach—including documentary analysis of domestic and European legislation, direct noise level measurements in selected urban areas, and interviews with citizens and institutional representatives—the study identifies a range of shortcomings in both the design and enforcement of noise control policies. Key challenges include a lack of harmonization with European Union directives, institutional fragmentation, inadequate measuring equipment, and limited enforcement capacity at the local level. The study recommends the drafting of a comprehensive noise pollution law, improvement of monitoring systems, strengthening of enforcement mechanisms, and increased public awareness as prerequisites for effective and sustainable management of this environmental issue.
Keywords:
Noise pollution, environmental noise, law on noise protection, urban planning, Kosovo
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-982-41-2
Location
UBT Kampus, Lipjan
Start Date
25-10-2025 9:00 AM
End Date
26-10-2025 6:00 PM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2025.14
Recommended Citation
Buzhala, Elsa; Binxhija, Eli; and Bajraktari, Egzon, "Review on law on protection from environmental noise and its implementation in Kosovo" (2025). UBT International Conference. 15.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/2025UBTIC/ASP/15
Review on law on protection from environmental noise and its implementation in Kosovo
UBT Kampus, Lipjan
Despite its significant impact on public health and quality of life, noise pollution remains one of the least addressed forms of environmental degradation in Kosovo. This study aims to critically analyze the existing legal framework for environmental noise protection, with particular focus on Law No. 02/L-102, and to assess its practical implementation in the urban context of Kosovo. By employing an integrated methodological approach—including documentary analysis of domestic and European legislation, direct noise level measurements in selected urban areas, and interviews with citizens and institutional representatives—the study identifies a range of shortcomings in both the design and enforcement of noise control policies. Key challenges include a lack of harmonization with European Union directives, institutional fragmentation, inadequate measuring equipment, and limited enforcement capacity at the local level. The study recommends the drafting of a comprehensive noise pollution law, improvement of monitoring systems, strengthening of enforcement mechanisms, and increased public awareness as prerequisites for effective and sustainable management of this environmental issue.