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Owners who closed their balconies without authorization will not face double taxes or hefty fines, according to Minister Marcel-Alexandru Stoica. The new urban planning code raised concerns about increased taxes for unauthorized balcony closures, but Stoica assured that penalties would not be enforced. An ordinance clarifies that the 100% tax increase applies only to entirely illegal constructions, not to legally built apartments with subsequently enclosed balconies. Additionally, fines cannot be imposed for works completed over three years ago, allowing owners to regularize their situation at standard fees. The announcement does not specify the ordinance number or details about affected property owners.