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Law on Flood Protection, Drainage, and Soil Improvement in the Reuss Valley Area (Reuss Valley Law)(761.600).

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Type of law
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Abstract
This Law outlines measures for safeguarding and draining the region from flood risks associated with the Reuss River and its tributaries (hydroengineering aspect) while also addressing land enhancement as needed (land improvement aspect). Article 5 mandates that project planning must take into account aspects related to nature and landscape protection, water management, hunting, and fishing. Additionally, it discusses the state's authority to acquire property for hydraulic engineering purposes and nature conservation. Article 7 details provisions for soil improvement initiatives. The document consists of 12 articles.
Notes
Consolidated version of the Reuss Valley Law as of 01 January 2009.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Gesetz über den Hochwasserschutz, die Entwässerung und die Bodenverbesserungen im Gebiet der Reussebene (Reusstalgesetz)(761.600).