The article describes the importance of informatization of society and the role of Cadastral Information System in facilitating this purpose. The discussions high light certain weaknesses – most notably the incorrect categorization of land purpose– that could compromise the roleof the system with negative implications for the national economy.The impact of incorrect land categorization over a period of twenty years was analyzed. The author concludes the need for rationalization of land categorization according to socio-economic and ecological factors and land use capabilities.