raadpleegronde

Raadpleegronde is a Dutch term used to describe the grounds or basis for undertaking a consultation with stakeholders, the public, or advisory bodies. The word combines raadplegen (to consult) with grond (ground, basis). In practice, raadpleegronde are the reasons that justify and frame a consultation process, such as legal obligations, policy objectives, anticipated effects, or the need to gather input before a decision. They serve to promote transparency, accountability, and inclusiveness in decision-making.

The term is not universally codified as a formal term across all Dutch public administration texts; its exact meaning can vary by context and organization. Documents may articulate raadpleegronde when announcing a public consultation, in guidance on participatory processes, or in planning and environmental assessments. Common elements include the objective of the consultation, the topics to be discussed, the stakeholders invited, and the scope of input sought.

Use can be found in contexts such as urban planning (public consultation on a zoning plan), environmental impact assessments, or corporate governance where advisory bodies are consulted. While similar to the concept of raadpleging (the act of consulting) or public participation, raadpleegronde focus on the justification for initiating that process rather than the procedure itself.

See also: raadplegen, raadpleging, participatie, open data, transparency, environmental impact assessment.