In a significant legislative shift, accommodation owners must now furnish construction authorisation and land ownership documents to obtain tourist classification from the Ministry of Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Tourism. Minister of Economy Radu Oprea’s recent order modifying the law on methodological norms for issuing classification certificates for tourist accommodation structures brings about crucial changes to enhance safety measures in the wake of the tragic incident at Ferma Dacilor.
Key Changes and Safety Measures
The amendment introduces the obligation to present construction authorisation or similar documents for buildings that do not require construction permits, including fire safety permits. Previously, accommodation owners were only required to submit a standardised application and an extended certificate issued by the Trade Registry Office, outlining authorised activities and corresponding CAEN codes for the specific tourist accommodation structure.
Background: Ferma Dacilor Tragedy
The legislative shift follows the tragic incident at Ferma Dacilor on the second day of Christmas, where eight individuals lost their lives in a fire. Despite being listed as classified by the Ministry of Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Tourism, Ferma Dacilor did not possess a construction authorisation, including a fire safety permit.
Additional Documentation Requirements
Under the new law, accommodation units seeking tourist classification will now need to submit construction authorisation and similar documents. This includes an extract from the land registry indicating the registration of the constructions for which classification is sought. The changes aim to reinforce safety protocols and prevent future incidents similar to Ferma Dacilor.
Collaboration for Enhanced Safety Measures
In response to the Ferma Dacilor tragedy, collaboration has been established between the Inspectorates for Emergency Situations (ISU) and Consumer Protection. ISU will work in conjunction with regional consumer protection offices to conduct inspections of businesses. Consumer protection inspectors will now be empowered to report fire safety irregularities to ISU during their inspections.
Editor: Andreea Gudin
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