LEGAL RELATIONS IN THE FIELD OF ADMINISTRATIVE AND LEGAL REGULATION OF PERMITTING ACTIVITIES IN THE FIELD OF URBAN PLANNING IN UKRAINE

Abstract

. The article offers a comprehensive analysis of the administrative and legal regulation of permitting procedures in the field of urban planning in Ukraine, particularly in light of contemporary challenges and the need to align national legislation with European Union standards. The study explores various scholarly approaches to the nature and functional purpose of permitting procedures, reveals the structure of the relevant legal relations, and outlines the key features of the regulatory and legal framework in this area.

Special attention is devoted to the views of Ukrainian legal scholars regarding the shortcomings of the existing permitting system, including its fragmentation, procedural complexity, lack of a unified codified act, and the ineffectiveness of control mechanisms and administrative accountability. The article identifies practical aspects of the implementation of administrative and legal relations in urban development permitting, emphasizing that the success of permitting policy largely depends on clearly defined procedures, the automation of administrative processes, transparency in decision making, and the availability of effective judicial and non-judicial remedies for urban planning stakeholders. The study substantiates the need for a comprehensive reform of the permitting system, combining best practices from the EU with national legal traditions and addressing modern challenges such as martial law, post-war reconstruction, and the imperatives of sustainable development. Key proposals for legislative improvement include the codification of urban planning regulations, the creation of an electronic registry of permitting documents, and increased accountability for public oficials involved in permitting decisions. The article advocates for the adoption of successful international experience, particularly in the digitalization and automation of permitting procedures. The transition to an electronic model of permit issuance is expected to enhance transparency, minimize corruption risks, and improve the eficiency of administrative decision-making.