Order of the Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of National Economy No. 50 “On approval of criteria for determining the potential of rural settlements”.

This Order primarily addresses the establishment of criteria for assessing the capacity of rural settlements, aiming to facilitate their socio-economic development potential. The policy goal is to classify rural settlements based on their socio-economic potential, considering factors such as economic resources, infrastructure, demographics, and geospatial attributes, with the overarching aim of identifying clusters and satellite settlements for targeted development. Key measures include the development of a comprehensive assessment system comprising four main clusters: economic, infrastructure, demographic, and geospatial. Each cluster contains specific indicators with assigned weights, such as land resources, business activity, population size, and proximity to tourist or environmental zones. The document specifies calculation methods for each indicator, thresholds for classification, and the scoring system to categorize settlements into high, medium, or low development potential. These measures are designed to inform strategic planning and resource allocation, emphasizing the importance of infrastructure, economic activity, and demographic stability. Implementation involves a structured process where the Department of Regional Development is responsible for disseminating the criteria within five working days of signing, ensuring publication on official internet resources and the Standard Control Bank. The document also details procedural aspects such as data sources, assessment timelines, and institutional responsibilities, emphasizing transparency and adherence to the outlined assessment methodology.