This ordinance establishes a standardized procedure for assessing the negative impacts of forest conversion and the necessary compensatory measures in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. It defines forest conversion as the permanent or temporary loss or overlay of forest functions (use, protection, and recreation) due to other land uses, and requires compensatory afforestation measures approved by the forestry authority. The regulation introduces a multi-step calculation method based on "forest points," which are determined by evaluating the significance of each forest function and the condition of the forest stand. Compensation is considered adequate when the ratio of forest points lost to those gained is at least 1:1, with adjustments allowed for the intensity and duration of impacts. The regulation aims to ensure that any forest conversion is fully offset to maintain the ecological, economic, and social functions of forests in the region. The text consists of 4 Articles and one attachment.
Germany · 2021-12-17