This Presidential Decree implements provisions of the Natural Environment Conservation Act. It provides among other things for: matters to be included in basic natural environment conservation plans and in basic plans for the management of ecological and scenery conservation areas; standards and procedures for the designation of ecological and scenery conservation areas; acts prohibited and acts which are allowed in ecological and scenery conservation areas; establishment and composition of the Natural scenery Deliberation Committee; matters to be included in conservation measures for biological diversity and biological resources; designation of natural repose areas; criteria for restricting the lumbering of trees; imposition and collection of cooperation charges for the conservation of ecosystems; etc. Article 35-2 mandates surveys on the ecological characteristics and conditions of wild fauna and flora, ensuring informed conservation efforts. Further, Article 38 addresses the imposition and collection of an ecosystem conservation charge. The Enforcement Decree also outlines procedures for claiming compensation for losses incurred due to environmental management actions, detailing the necessary documentation and processes involved.
Republic of Korea · 2005-12-30