Public space developments
The City Executive Council makes decisions on new developments, approved by City Council. The City Planning Officer in Reykjavík issues development permits for major projects. The Office of Operations and Maintenance of City Land handles processing and issuing permits. Apply for a use permit if breaking the surface or planning to use city land for events or facilities like containers or work platforms.
Usage permit
A permit is required for use of city land according to police regulations. The Office of Operations and Maintenance of City Land handles processing and issuing permits.
City land
Is a collective term for all land belonging to Reykjavík City: streets, sidewalks, paths and open spaces. The projects and uses are many and varied.
Anyone who wants to use City land for events or activities must apply for a special permit. You can see the delineation of city land in the City Viewer.
Street vending
Apply for a street vending permit according to City Executive Council regulations.
Development permits
The Planning Officer in Reykjavík issues development permits for major constructions that impact the environment and change its appearance, such as altering land with soil or material extraction within city limits.
Developments and maintenance
The Development & Maintenance Office is responsible for all construction work related to Reykjavík City's structures, properties, road network, and open spaces. This involves their construction and upkeep. The City Executive Council makes decisions on new developments, approved by City Council.
Development Viewer
Here you can follow major developments by the City.
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- Application for surface disturbance Application for use permit. Surface breaking or developments.
- Event Application/ Other Uses Application for use permit for events or other uses.
- Street and square vendors Temporary sales activities in public spaces.