Saxony Nature Protection Law.

The present Law lays down provisions relating to the protection of nature and landscape in the Land of Saxony. To conserve the environment for future generations, nature and its landscape, being the living space of human beings, shall be protected in such a way as to secure in the long run its integrity, capability of regeneration and sustainable use, as well as to ensure the conservation of flora and fauna, including its beauty and recreation value. The present Law consists of 52 articles divided into 13 Parts as follows: General provisions (1); Landscape planning (2); General protection of nature and landscape (3); Protection, care and development of certain parts of nature and landscape (4); Net project “ Natura 2000” (5; Protection of wild plant and animal species, their habitats and biotopes (6); Recreation in free nature and landscape (7); Participation of recognized nature protection associations (8); Binding property, exemptions (9); Nature Protection Advisory Council, Vocational training (10); Organization and competences (11); Penalties (12); Transitional and final provisions (13).