Determination of natural assets of territorial communities: theoretical discourse

The paper determines the natural assets of territorial communities and reveals their components in context domestic legislation. Scientific approaches to specified problem western scientific thought are developed. essence concept «natural assets» is revealed main features – presence identified owner, active manager user; cost; Legal Status; economic return defined. relationship between categories assets», resources» resource potential» established. difference resources as asset community other types need for dual approach management: generate income, ensure development interests all stakeholder groups; order preserve environment revealed. management with participation local communities, which based on principles subsidiarity, sustainability, fairness, accountability, efficiency, activity, adaptability, environmental responsibility, inclusiveness analyzed. This has following common features: decentralization powers manage assets; reconciling stakeholders opportunities efficient use; combination socio-economic goals process management; institutions increasing decision-making efficiency field at level; education notification. systematization terms groups (by ownership asset, possibility access competition use) studied. expediency classifying by substantiated. peculiarities use/utilization possession accordance legislative acts regulating relations Ukraine