This Regional law regulates relations in the sphere of organization, protection, management and state control of protected areas with a view of conservation of unique and typical ecosystems, wild fauna and wild flora, genetic fund thereof, study of natural processes in the biosphere and ecological education of the population. Functioning of protected areas shall be based upon the following principles: (a) priority of national and regional interests in the sphere of protected areas management; (b) predominance of scientific research, cultural, educational and recreational use of protected areas; (c) prohibition of hazardous economic activities in protected areas; and (d) sustainable use of protected areas. Protected areas, classified as regional and local, shall cover no less than 10% of regional territory. Protected areas shall be taken into consideration in the process of land-use planning. Protected areas shall be subject to mandatory state registration and constant monitoring.
Russian Federation · 2007-05-02