The option to build public toilets without permission was not supported by the government

Prague - The proposed possibility of constructing public toilets, changing facilities, or showers in public spaces and parks without a building permit will not be supported by the government in the Chamber. According to information from ČTK, the cabinet took a negative stance on the amendment to the building law proposed by ČSSD MP Petr Dolínek. Dolínek claims that zoning and building proceedings are lengthy, and it is in society's interest to have enough public social facilities.

In its statement, the government pointed out that zoning and building procedures also serve to ensure that construction does not disrupt the urban, aesthetic, or historical value of the location. Moreover, the amendment would significantly weaken the position of individuals who are legally participants in administrative proceedings and can raise objections within them.

Without the need for a placement decision, and thus without a building permit, single-storey social or sanitary facilities with an area of up to 50 square meters and a height of up to five meters could be built in public spaces or on public green land and parks, according to the amendment. The change would also relate to associated technical facilities.

Under the so-called free regime regarding permitting, greenhouses, extensions to family or recreational houses, swimming pools, shelter constructions, retaining walls, and fences currently fall under specified conditions. Buildings for forestry management, hunting hides, circus tents, flagpoles, and antennas can also be constructed without a permit.

Lawmakers will decide on Dolínek's proposal. However, it is uncertain whether the Chamber will manage to discuss the amendment by the end of this electoral term.