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Czech Republic

EUKN member since 2008

Czechia’s National Urban Policy constitutes an integral part of their regional development policy. Guided by its Principles of Urban Policy framework document and the Regional Development Strategy, Czechia aims for a polycentric, inclusive, and equity-orientated urban development. Besides ample use of integrated planning and development instruments like the EU’s ITI framework implementation or pursuing the SMART cities concept at various levels of governance, further European-wide initiatives like the Urban Agenda for the EU and URBACT are key elements of Czechia’s urban policy.

Key documents

Principles of Urban Policy

This framework document defines state policy on urban matters as cross-sectoral and interdisciplinary. It provides guidelines and recommendations for Czechia’s self-governing regions and cities. The document is currently under revision.

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Regional Development Strategy 2021+

The strategy determines key territorial objectives aligning local development to national priorities. It explains how the Principles of Urban Policy are implemented, assessed and revised.

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Testimonial

“The EUKN guarantees expertise, facilitating urban knowledge exchange and outreach in the complex field of urban matters through a cross-sectorial approach, country-tailored advice and cooperation with key European players.”

Vera-Karin Brázová, Ministry of Regional Development, EUKN Assembly Member

Our work with the Czech Republic

Policy Lab

Digitalisation & innovation for cities of all sizes

Providing a platform to discuss and reflect on how local governments navigate the vast pool of opportunities offered by EU funding schemes to implement smart solutions, especially focusing on their role in localising the digital transition.

Digitalisation & innovation for cities of all sizes

Providing a platform to discuss and reflect on how local governments navigate the vast pool of opportunities offered by EU funding schemes to implement smart solutions, especially focusing on their role in localising the digital transition.

Policy Lab

Updating the Czech Principles of Urban Policy

Enabling Member States to exchange knowledge on National Urban Policies, paving the way for Czech urban policy to reflect the latest urban development trends and align with European urban agendas.

Updating the Czech Principles of Urban Policy

Enabling Member States to exchange knowledge on National Urban Policies, paving the way for Czech urban policy to reflect the latest urban development trends and align with European urban agendas.

Policy Lab

'SMART Czechia': An Integrated Approach Towards Smart Cities

Discussing the ‘SMART Czechia’ concept drafted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including its implications for local authorities and potential to contribute to sustainable urban development.

'SMART Czechia': An Integrated Approach Towards Smart Cities

Discussing the ‘SMART Czechia’ concept drafted in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including its implications for local authorities and potential to contribute to sustainable urban development.