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Beyond individual contributions, Herguner Bilgen Ucer Attorney Partnership has made waves in various legal sectors:
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One of the most noteworthy recent developments in Turkish law pertains to the Presidential Decree numbered 10681. This decree, published on December 11, 2025, mandates that all accommodation facilities must now acquire both a fire brigade report and an occupancy permit in order to operate legally.
The introduction of this new requirement has not come without a transitional phase, allowing existing businesses a grace period to comply. Following closely, on January 10, 2026, the Amendment Regulation was published in the Official Gazette, which not only detailed how the transitional periods would function but also imposed stricter compliance measures regarding fire safety in accommodation facilities.
Prior to the Amendment Regulation, establishments required to secure a fire brigade report as stipulated in the previously existing Fire Safety Regulation dated November 27, 2007, were given some leeway. Authorities could allow a specified time frame for businesses to rectify deficiencies related to their fire brigade reports. During this remediation period, continued operation was typically permitted—a practice that many enterprises relied upon.
However, the Amendment Regulation introduced a significant shift. Accommodation facilities that had already been granted time to rectify issues related to acquiring necessary materials or completing construction under Article 4 of the Fire Safety Regulation now face stricter enforcement. If, following inspections by competent authorities, an establishment cannot present its fire brigade report demonstrating compliance, it will face immediate suspension of operations. A temporary period until May 31, 2026, will be granted strictly for the completion of necessary renovations, during which no operational activities are allowed.
The severity of the new regulations cannot be overstated. As per these guidelines, failure to secure the fire brigade report by the end of this grace period means that the establishment’s operating license will be revoked, leading to permanent closure. This creates an urgent imperative for businesses to evaluate their current compliance status and act swiftly to address any outstanding deficiencies.
The emphasis here is on proactive engagement. For businesses operating under the Fire Safety Regulation, immediate assessment and remediation of any existing shortcomings are crucial for maintaining the validity of workplace licenses and ensuring uninterrupted business operations.
Footnote
For more detailed information on the above-mentioned Regulation, refer to our previously published announcement here.
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