Manu, the manager of the Cave Romagnan, had transformed this neighborhood bistro into a place where it’s pleasant to come for a drink, meet people, and listen to good music. But… As everyone knows, music also means noise. This is no longer tolerated by the residents of the building and the neighborhood.
Two parties are in opposition: on one side, the administration and the residents who no longer want noise disturbances (and how can we blame them?). On the other, more intangible but no less important, culture.
The residents’ point of view, entirely legitimate, is currently being challenged by the building owner through registered letters and bailiff’s reports. In the future, a court appeal may likely be initiated to obtain an injunction to cease activity.
On the other side, there are many supporters, aided by a petition signed by more than two thousand people and a few elected officials.
In reality, two rights are in opposition.
We are told that the matter could be on the agenda for the next City Council meeting. But it’s hard to see how the City Hall could decide in place of a court order.
In the meantime, jazz supporters are organizing with a support concert at the Cave Romagnan (22 rue d’Angleterre).
The question remains whether the Mayor and his team will be able to find a solution to this thorny disagreement. One might think this is an isolated case, but it highlights the recurring debate over noise pollution in Nice. A real issue or just the whims of the locals?
The website of the Cave Romagnan
