Summary:

Land consolidation proceeding is a many stage of proceedings and long-lasting. Achievement the intended purpose is conditional largely timeliness of source materials, including maps of land classification. Effective from November 2012 a new regulation on the classification of land, clearly indicates necessity to update the soil science classification of land in the process of land consolidation. This article points out the similarities and differences in both proceedings, also points to the risks that may cause delays in the land consolidation. In addition, the authors emphasize the impact of land use classification to determine proper esteem of land and other positive aspects of the classification of land for various levels of local government: the local government, communities, and for citizens.