Principles of land law of Ukraine

This article is devoted to topical issues of legal regulation of land relations in the state. One of the central issues of land relations in Ukraine - the issue of principles of land law - is studied. The purpose of the study is: analysis of the principles of land law of Ukraine, definition of the principles of land law, classification of the basic principles of land law. The author considers the main criteria for classifying the principles of land law. The concept of principles of land law is defined. Principles of land law are the basic guiding principles, significant ideas, postulates, which are reflected in the laws and regulations of the state and which follow from the content of legal norms, legal doctrine and case law. The author draws attention to the fact that the principles of land law are legally enshrined in both the Constitution of Ukraine and the Land Code. The scientist notes that the above principles are embodied in the basic legal norms and institutions of land law. The importance of the principles of land law is subject not only to the legal regulation of land relations, but in some cases serves as a means of overcoming gaps in land law. The most common qualifications of the principles of land law are studied. One of the new and extremely important principles of land law was the principle of digitalization. All subjects of land relations must adhere to the principles of land law. The principles of land law are designed to provide ideological guidance for the improvement and development of land law. In particular, they encourage the implementation of progressive ideas in the new land legislation by amending numerous legal acts, and as a result, contribute to the improvement of judicial practice in resolving land disputes. The author claims that the principles of land law are being changed and clarified in accordance with changes in state policy in the field of land relations. Based on the analysis of normative-legal and legislative acts, scientific literature, the author has developed and substantiated the conclusions of the research.