À.G. Semizarova Accounting problems in the cultural heritage sphere, concerning the preparation of land planning documents of municipalities, by the example of the Moscow region

Abstract: The Moscow region is one of the most actively developing regions of Russian Federation. In recent years, it’s the number one region in terms of housing being introduced into the market. By the square meters area of housing being brought into operation, this region is on par with successful European countries. The Moscow region maintains a leading position in the construction industry in Russia. High prices on property, which is erected on historical grounds, are also defined by the appeal of the territories. Contradictions arise between the demands of the population and the economy, urban environment services in cities and historical settlements. The demands of the population for the conservation of historical and cultural environment is, in fact, higher than the actual value of historical heritage on the given territory. New properties which emerge on historical grounds are often met with fair criticism from both, the professionals and the community. The article explores the problems which emerge during the preparation of land planning documentation in Moscow region’s municipalities. Such problems emerge from the absence of real legal mechanisms for the preservation of historical buildings, territories and landscapes, which have the cultural heritage legal status. The author points out the necessity for drafting more defined and reliable legal grounds for the preparation of new, and the actualization of the old cultural heritage areas, because the earlier projects did not take into account the development needs of municipalities, property owners and users.

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