tillståndslöfte

Tillståndslöfte is a Swedish legal term that translates to "permit promise" or "license pledge." It refers to a situation where an authority grants a conditional approval or a promise of a permit, provided that certain conditions are met by the applicant. This differs from a definitive permit, which is granted without further stipulations.

These conditional promises are often used in administrative processes where the applicant needs to undertake specific actions or provide further documentation before the final permit can be issued. For example, in construction, a municipality might issue a tillståndslöfte for a building project, stating that the permit will be granted once environmental impact assessments are completed and approved, or once specific building regulations are adhered to.

The purpose of a tillståndslöfte is to give the applicant a degree of certainty and allow them to begin preparatory work, while still ensuring that all legal and regulatory requirements are satisfied. It serves as a preliminary assurance from the authority.

However, a tillståndslöfte does not guarantee the final permit. If the stipulated conditions are not met, the authority is not obligated to grant the final permit. The applicant bears the responsibility of fulfilling all conditions within the given timeframe. The exact nature and legal standing of a tillståndslöfte can vary depending on the specific legislation and the issuing authority.