DEVELOPMENT OF REGULATORY AND LEGAL REGULATION OF URBAN PLANNING ACTIVITIES IN UKRAINE

Abstract

This article analyzes the genesis of normative legal regulation in urban planning activities in Ukraine. Following the full-scale armed aggression by the Russian Federation that began on February 24, 2022, the country has faced significant destruction of urban infrastructure, with some areas experiencing complete devastation. The author argues that urban planning has historically been fundamental to the nation’s economic development, as it facilitates the creation of both productive and non-productive capital assets. This, in turn, meets the everyday social and cultural needs of the local population and supports the production of goods across various economic sectors involved in urban planning processes. In the current global economic climate, the author emphasizes that developing and implementing transparent and effective normative and legal regulation of urban planning in Ukraine could enhance trust among foreign investors and donors. In the long term, this could lead to significant foreign investments, the preservation and restoration of historical settlements and cultural heritage sites, and the establishment of competitive conditions for the efficient recovery of war-torn areas. Additionally, it can facilitate the relocation of industrial facilities outside urban zones and create new settlements for displaced populations. The author contends that the evolution of normative legal regulation in urban planning, particularly the state’s role in this sector, will not only influence the industry's development and legal framework but will also lay the groundwork for stable economic growth in the post-war period, thereby attracting foreign investments and support.