beviljanden

Beviljanden is a term used in Swedish administrative law to describe the act and outcome of granting a request made to a public authority. The noun derives from the verb bevilja, to grant or approve. In practice, a beviljande occurs when an authority issues a decision that approves an application, producing a grant, permit, subsidy, or other benefit for the applicant. The opposite outcome is avslag, a rejection.

Beviljanden appears across many areas of public administration, including building permits, licenses, social benefits, subsidies, and funding decisions for projects. The specific form of the granted benefit and the relevant rules depend on the sector and the applicable laws.

The typical process involves filing an application, evaluation by the relevant authority, and a formal decision. A beviljande can be unconditional or subject to conditions (villkorat beviljande). The decision is usually communicated in writing and must be justified, with references to applicable laws and policies.

Rights of appeal and review vary by jurisdiction and by the type of benefit. In many cases, decisions granting a benefit or permit can be appealed to a higher administrative body or the courts within set time limits, providing a channel to challenge or review the beviljande.

Etymology and usage: The term is primarily used in Swedish administrative contexts. It is closely related to beviljat (granted), beviljande beslut (granting decision), and avslag (rejection).