This Act has expressly promulgated to ensure the natural flood control and related functions of wetlands in order to maintain biodiversity, and promote wetland ecological conservation and wise use. The Text consists of 42 articles. This law allows the government to evaluate and assign a specific area as a “Wetland of Importance.” Under this status, any development activities within the designated area shall be prohibited unless the developer prepares a usage plan for review. The usage plan and the original usage of the natural resources within the wetland area shall also follow the “wise use” principle to protect the wetland and biological service system. If the development is deemed necessary, the law provides compensation mitigation measures to extend the surface of the wetland and provides additional habitats for various species. In addition, the Law provides for the measures for offences and penalties, etc.
مقاطعة تايوان الصينية · 2013-07-03