Basel-Stadt
GRO (SG 152.100)
Formally: Gemeindegesetz vom 17. Oktober 1984
Gemeindegesetz vom 17. Oktober 1984, SG 170.100
50/100
Sunshine Score
50/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Advance Notice | 5 days, online posting required |
|---|---|
| Public Comment | Not required |
| Closed Sessions | 8 permitted categories |
| Minutes | Required, online posting required |
| Recording | Not required |
| Remote Participation | Allowed |
| Enforcement | Voidable, legislature included |
Agenda & Notice Requirements
Regular Meetings
5 days
Online posting: Required
Public Participation
Public Comment
Not required
Written Comment
Not allowed
Virtual Meetings
Member Remote Participation
Allowed
Public Remote Comment
Not allowed
Closed Sessions
Closed (executive) sessions: Allowed under specific circumstances
Permitted Categories
Meeting Minutes
Minutes Required
Yes
Publication Deadline
30 days
Online posting: Required
Recording & Broadcast
Recording Required
No
Broadcast Required
No
Enforcement
Violation Effect
Voidable
Standing to Sue
Any person with a legitimate interest may seek judicial review
Enforcement Body
Appellationsgericht Basel-Stadt
Scope
This law applies to:
Legislature: Covered by this law
Sources & References
Notes
Basel-Stadt governs its communes under Gemeindegesetz vom 17. Oktober 1984. The cantonal statute sets council-meeting procedures, notice periods, public attendance rules, and closed-session categories. Many smaller communes use the Gemeindeversammlung (town-meeting) model where residents vote directly; larger communes use a Gemeinderat / conseil communal (representative council). Cantonal constitutions also typically guarantee public access to council sessions. For the authoritative cantonal statute text, consult the canton's official Systematische Sammlung (SAR, RSF, RSG, BSG, etc.).