Land registers and cadastral policy in the Papal State (17th - 18th century), in “Jahrbuch für Europäische Verwaltungsgeschichte”, XII (2001), pp. 121 - 144 (original) (raw)

The article examines the evolution of land registers and cadastral policy in the Papal State from the 17th to the 18th century, exploring their role within the pontifical fiscal system. It outlines the historical context of land registration practices from the Middle Ages up to the 16th century, highlights the administrative changes initiated by the papacy to enhance control over territories, and discusses the implications of these registers on taxation and local power dynamics. The study concludes with reflections on the bureaucratic transformations and their impact on governance and land administration.