Law of Georgia on Development of High Mountainous Regions (No. 4036-RS of 2015).

This Law establishes the State policy concerning the development of high mountain regions as part of the national regional development policy aimed at ensuring balanced socio‑economic development and improving the conditions of persons residing in high mountain settlements. It defines the objective of promoting socio‑economic progress in such regions through the granting of benefits.
The Law sets out the criteria and procedures for granting and modifying the status of high mountain settlements and regulates the designation of the corresponding official list. It defines the conditions and procedure for granting, suspending, terminating and restoring the status of permanent resident in such settlements, assigns responsibilities to municipalities and State authorities, and provides for the maintenance of a register of such persons. It also establishes the Mountain Development National Council and defines its role in coordinating policy and submitting development strategies and programs.
The Law provides for social and tax benefits applicable to permanent residents and enterprises operating in high mountain settlements, including financial supplements and exemptions as determined by applicable legislation and Government acts. It regulates the establishment of programs and funding mechanisms, including a development fund financed through the State budget, and contains provisions on implementation measures and the repeal of previous legislation.