Maankäyttöpolitiikassa
Maankäyttöpolitiikka is a term used primarily in Finland to refer to the planning and regulation of how land is used within a municipality or region. It encompasses laws, regulations, and guidelines that dictate the allocation of land for residential, commercial, industrial, recreational, and environmental purposes. The objective of maankäyttöpolitiikka is to promote sustainable development, protect natural resources, prevent urban sprawl, and ensure that land use aligns with broader societal goals such as economic growth, cultural preservation, and environmental protection.
The policy framework is implemented through local land-use plans (rakennussuunnitelmat) which are prepared by municipal authorities
In practice, maankäyttöpolitiikka influences decisions ranging from where new housing developments can be built to the