Creation and Commenting on Generally Binding Regulations

What is the procedure for drafting and approving Generally Binding Regulations at the Capital?
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Drafting of the regulation by the City Hall’s expert department

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Revision of the draft regulation by other City Hall departments

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Discussion of the draft regulation at the Mayor's regular meeting

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Opinions of the local councils of particular boroughs on the draft regulation

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Consideration of the draft regulation by the relevant committees of the City Council

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Submission of public comments on the draft regulation

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Evaluation of public comments on the draft regulation by the commission in charge

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Consideration of the draft regulation by the City Board

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Discussion and approval of the regulation by the City Council

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Signing of the approved regulation by the Mayor

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Promulgation of the regulation

How to submit comments on the Capital’s Generally Binding Regulations?

Bratislava, the Capital City of the Slovak Republic, may issue generally binding regulations in matters of territorial self-government and in matters in which the Capital performs the tasks of state administration.

The regulations are approved by the City Council, their content is binding, and they apply to the entire territory of Bratislava and to all persons within the territory of Bratislava.

Who can be involved in the comments procedure and at what stage?

Individuals and legal entities may participate in the creation of regulations by submitting comments on draft ordinances before the regulations are adopted by the City Council.

The draft regulation on which comments may be submitted is published by the Capital:

  • on the official notice board online
  • on the official notice board in the City Hall
  • and on the Capital’s website

Contents and form of comments

A comment may propose a new text or recommend a revision – an amendment, deletion or clarification of the original text - within a specified period. Other suggestions need not be taken into account by the creator of the regulation, especially if they are not justified.

The comment must clearly state the name of the submitter. Take a look at further information on data protection.

Comments on the draft regulation may be submitted in writing, digitally or orally on the record at the City Hall within the specified period

The deadline for submitting comments and contact details are always given for the specific draft regulation.

The drafts can be found at official noticeboard. Use the filter "Generally binding regulations" in your search. Comments may only be submitted on files marked "Draft".