Law on Nature and Landscape Protection.
Country
Type of law
Legislation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Abstract
The present Law aims to: a) protect and conserve the native landscape; b) conserve native plant and animal species, as well as to ensure and promote their habitats; c) protect the cultural heritage; d) conserve and promote sustainable eco-systems. The text consists of 35 articles divided into 9 Parts as follows: Principles (A); Objects worth protecting (B); Protective measures (C); Compensation and contributions to third parties (D); Organization (E); Enforcement (F); Objections and complaints of nature protection organizations (G); Penalties (H); Final provisions (I)
Attached files
Web site
Entry into force notes
The present Law enters into force on 1 July 1992.
Notes
The present Law is consolidated as of 21 April 2005.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Gesetz über den Natur- und Landschaftsschutz.