Ordinances & Decrees
Intro
We are still in the process of organising and transferring our ordinances & decrees to make them easier for you to find. Thank you for your patience and understanding. In the meantime, you can access older documents through our online archive: https://minbzk.sitearchief.nl/?subsite=statiagovernment#archive
This policy outlines the official procedures and safety rules for hosting public events on Sint Eustatius, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. It sets clear guidelines for applying for event permits, categorises events by size, and introduces rules about noise, littering, public health, alcohol sales, security, and sanitation. Click here to view the updated version from June 2025.
Focuses mainly on border control to prevent reintroduction of COVID-19. Repealed and replaced by AB 2020 no 37.
Sets the official rules for providing subsidies from the Public Entity Sint Eustatius to non-profit organisations. It covers both task subsidies (for services aligned with government goals) and event subsidies (for public events). It includes application requirements, decision timelines, financial reporting rules, and grounds for approval or denial.
The Subsidy Ordinance of Sint Eustatius 2020 is a financial and administrative regulation that establishes the legal framework for granting subsidies by the Statia Government. It defines how organisations can apply for financial support, the conditions for approval, and the responsibilities for financial accountability.
Sets the rules for naming streets, neighbourhoods, and other public spaces, and for assigning address numbers to buildings, plots, and mooring locations in Sint Eustatius.
Sets out the general legal terms and conditions (AVODI-2020) for service contracts with the Public Entity Sint Eustatius.
Outlines strict safety protocols for non-cargo vessels calling at the city pier during the COVID-19 pandemic. Repealed and replaced by AB 2021 no 05.
Maintains border control as the primary defence against COVID-19, while relaxing internal restrictions due to the absence of local cases. Replaced by AB 2020 no 34.
Supports the 2020 Flag Ordinance (AB 2020 no 27) by setting detailed rules for when, how, and where the Statian flag must be flown. It covers ceremonial protocol, joint display with the Dutch flag and others, flag placement, dimensions, occasions, and daily flag use on government buildings and vessels.
Formally establishes the official design, use, and protection of the flag of Sint Eustatius. It describes the flag's colours, proportions, and elements.
