Chronological Overview of Management of Raw Minerals in Varazdin County

Abstract

Mining is the branch of the economy which is most represented in the Varaždin County. The usable value of mineral raw materials is constantly changing, depending on the needs, and it is the job of the profession to continually assess its value. Mineral raw materials are usually defined as natural aggregates of minerals and/or natural compounds that can be used for different economic needs and are primarily considered from the point of view of the possibility of being put into function or through possible exploitation. The aim of this paper is to present the actual situation in the area related to the exploration and exploitation of mineral resources in the period from the preparation of the first Study of the potential and basis of mineral resources management in the Varaždin County to the present day through the analysis of the current spatial plans of cities and municipalities.

Keywords

• area of research
• exploitation fields
• mineral raw materials
• Varaždin county