Three Exceptions Allow Combat Veterans to Claim Land During Martial Law.

Land Allotment Rights for Combat Participants

According to Novyny.live: Under Ukrainian law, individuals who have taken part in combat operations are entitled to receive land parcels at no cost, even while martial law remains in effect. This entitlement is established in Article 12 of the Law of Ukraine 'On the Status of War Veterans and Guarantees of Their Social Protection.' However, the current state of martial law has introduced specific restrictions on the free transfer of land, which applicants need to be aware of. This policy is part of broader efforts to support veterans during wartime and help them secure resources for housing or farming.

Conditions for Acquiring Land

According to existing legislation, land plots may be transferred into the ownership of combat participants during martial law only under three specific circumstances:

• when there are existing real estate structures on the land;
• when the land has been used continuously over a long period;
• when the allocation involves a land share (pay).

These exceptions ensure that military personnel can still obtain land even under challenging conditions.

The size of plots available to combat participants varies based on intended use. For personal farming (private household plots), up to 2.0 hectares may be allocated; for gardening, the limit is 0.12 hectares. Separate regulations apply to residential construction: up to 0.25 hectares in villages, up to 0.15 hectares in settlements, and up to 0.10 hectares in cities. For individual dacha construction, a maximum of 0.10 hectares is permitted.

It is important to note that each citizen may exercise the right to free privatization only once per type of designated use. This means an individual cannot receive multiple land parcels for the same purpose. According to the Land Code of Ukraine, every citizen is entitled to obtain one plot free of charge from state or communal land reserves.

In summary, despite the limitations imposed by martial law, combat participants still have pathways to acquire land under defined conditions. Knowing one's rights and the available options is essential to fully benefit from these provisions.

The ability to receive land at no cost during wartime represents a key element of social protection for veterans. It not only provides support to service members in a difficult period but also addresses their needs for agricultural or residential land. A clear understanding of the requirements and procedures for obtaining land can significantly improve the quality of life for veterans and their families.