Tarkoitusaluetta
Tarkoitusaluetta is a term used in Finnish urban planning to describe a defined geographic area within a land-use plan that is designated for a specific purpose or use. The concept sits within Finland’s planning framework, grounded in the Maankäyttö- ja rakennuslaki (Land Use and Building Act). In planning documents such as the yleiskaava (master plan) and asemakaava (detailed plan), tarkoitusalue indicates the intended use and the associated zoning rules for that area, including permitted building types, densities, and services.
The purpose of tarkoitusaluetta is to guide development decisions, coordinate infrastructure, and ensure compatibility with environmental,
Creation and modification typically involve the municipal planning department preparing proposals with public consultation, followed by
Examples of tarkoitusalue categories include zones for housing, commercial use, public services, or green space. Etymologically,