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Fish Water Quality Ordinance.

Country
Type of law
Regulation
Date of original text
Source


Abstract
The present Ordinance is applicable to waters listed in Annex 1. It does not apply to waters being part of natural or artificial basins used for intensive fish breeding. The text deals with the following issues: water quality requirements, use of waters, monitoring and entry into force. The Ordinance consists of 6 articles and 3 Annexes.
Long title of text
Ordinance on quality requirements for freshwater in need to be protected and improved to conserve the lives of fish.
Date of consolidation/reprint
Notes
The present Ordinance is consolidated as of 22 December 2003.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation status
in force
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Verordnung über die Qualität von Süßwasser, das schutz- oder verbesserungsbedürftig ist, um das Leben von Fischen zu erhalten (Fischgewässerverordnung - FGVO).
Implements