The access restriction system to Rue Tiranty ends this Tuesday, July 22. Implemented to address a situation deemed concerning, it has allowed for the restoration of calm, according to the city hall. Christian Estrosi and Anthony Borré are now calling on the State to take over.
Since July 16, Rue Emma et Philippe Tiranty in Nice was subject to a municipal order for sanitary reasons and public order disturbance. Only residents or those with a medical or commercial appointment were allowed access between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Six police officers were stationed daily at the entries to enforce the measure.
The objective of this order: to end a situation linked to drug use in the street. The city hall reports having observed a deterioration since January 2025, with an increase in reports and interventions by municipal services. The deputy mayor, Anthony Borré, mentions 144 reports since the beginning of the year, a 300% increase compared to 2024.
For residents and street users, the atmosphere had become difficult. Although the implemented system seems to have been well received locally, the primary goal was to restore “the tranquility of the street”, as Anthony Borré recalled during the implementation of the order.
The State urged to take over
This Tuesday, July 22 at 8 p.m., the measure concluded. The mayor of Nice, Christian Estrosi, believes that the operation has helped “restore calm in this area, without causing major difficulties for residents or fines.” However, he considers that future actions are no longer within municipal competence. “It is now up to the State to ensure, in consultation with the ARS and the CHU, the maintenance of public tranquility in this sector,” stated the mayor. He calls for guarantees for residents and emphasizes the support that the municipality provides to drug addiction management systems such as the SOS group’s itinerant bus.
Anthony Borré, on his side, emphasized the role the State must play in this affair. “Drug-addicted populations fall under the responsibility of the State, the Regional Health Agency. Under no circumstances do they fall under the city’s jurisdiction,” he reminded. He also stresses the need for medical support. “We support the hospitalization of drug addicts,” he has repeatedly stated.
The risk of shifting the phenomenon to other streets in the city center is also being considered. Mobile patrols must continue to monitor the situation in the Jean Médecin area. Therefore, while the system has reached its end, it does not mark the end of municipal vigilance.
Meanwhile, the city expresses its intention to continue discussions with merchants and residents. Urban modifications could be proposed to prevent Rue Tiranty from becoming a gathering point again.
