Which areas does this regulation amendment cover?

Provided that they comply with the provisions of Coastal Law No. 3621, the Regulation on the Implementation of the Coastal Law, and the approved zoning plan, it covers coastal and shore strips deemed appropriate by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change, as well as the commercial units required to be constructed on these areas.

What is the primary purpose of the leasing?

The primary purpose of the leasing is to ensure the execution of operational practices such as maintenance, repair, security, cleaning, and the like for the leased coastal and shore strips and commercial units.

REGULATIONS9 August 2026

Ministry Intervenes in Coastal Businesses

Official titleRegulation on the Amendment of the Regulation on the Administration of Treasury Immovables

The Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change has amended the Regulation on the Administration of Treasury Immovables, introducing a new regulation enabling the leasing of coastal and shore strips as well as the commercial units located thereon to specific public institutions and organizations for operational purposes.

Before

In Article 81 of the Regulation on the Administration of Treasury Immovables, there was no explicit provision regarding the revenue-sharing lease of coastal and shore strips and the mandatory commercial units thereon to specific public institutions.

After

With the paragraph added to Article 81 of the Regulation on the Administration of Treasury Immovables, coastal and shore strips and commercial units deemed appropriate by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change may be leased out to the Ministry and affiliated public institutions by taking a share of proceeds and/or revenue, in accordance with the provisions of the Coastal Law and the zoning plan.

Details of the Regulation

This regulation amendment adds a new paragraph to Article 81 of the Regulation on the Administration of Treasury Immovables, published in the Official Gazette dated 19/6/2007 and numbered 26557. According to the added paragraph numbered (5), provided that it complies with the provisions of Coastal Law No. 3621, the relevant regulation, and the approved zoning plan, coastal and shore strips deemed appropriate by the Ministry and the mandatory commercial units on these areas may be leased out.

The purpose of the lease is to ensure the execution of operational practices such as maintenance, repair, security, and cleaning of these areas. The leasing transaction shall be carried out by receiving a share of the proceeds and/or revenue. The institutions and organizations eligible to become lessees have been designated as the Ministry's central organization, the revolving fund enterprise directorate, and attached, related, and affiliated institutions, organizations, and their participations. These leases may be executed under a protocol to be drawn up.

This amendment expands the authority and opportunities of the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change and its affiliated institutions regarding the management of operations and revenues of publicly owned coastal and shore areas. The new regulation entered into force on the date of its publication.

REGAS Commentary

This regulation has the potential to increase public weight in the management of commercial enterprises along coastal and shore strips. For citizens, the quality of service and orderliness in coastal areas will depend on the efficiency of the operational model conducted by public institutions. Especially for local businesses in the tourism and service sectors, the inclusion of public institutions in this field may affect competitive conditions. What is essential is that these leases are carried out in a transparent, competitive manner, and most in line with the public interest.

Questions You Might Have

Which areas does this regulation amendment cover?: Provided that they comply with the provisions of Coastal Law No. 3621, the Regulation on the Implementation of the Coastal Law, and the approved zoning plan, it covers coastal and shore strips deemed appropriate by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanisation and Climate Change, as well as the commercial units required to be constructed on these areas.
To whom can coastal and shore strips be leased out?: They may be leased out to the Ministry's central organization, the revolving fund enterprise directorate, and attached, related, and affiliated institutions, organizations, and their participations under a protocol to be drawn up.
What is the primary purpose of the leasing?: The primary purpose of the leasing is to ensure the execution of operational practices such as maintenance, repair, security, cleaning, and the like for the leased coastal and shore strips and commercial units.

Key Terms

Kıyı Kanunu (3621 sayılı): It is the fundamental legislative amendment regarding the protection and utilization of coasts in Turkey.
Onaylı imar planı: These are maps and plans approved by municipalities or relevant institutions showing the conditions of construction and land use in a region.
Hasılat ve/veya gelirden pay alınması: It is the receipt of a share at a specific rate or amount from the total sales or revenue obtained in return for an agreement made or lease executed.
Döner sermaye işletmesi müdürlüğü: It is the directorate of enterprises established by state institutions to produce and sell certain services, managing their own revenues and expenses.

Affected Sectors

Tourism
Real estate
Public administration
Environment and urban planning
Local governments

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