Nature conservation & authorisation

What is the aim of the Nature Conservation Act?

The aim of the Tyrolean Nature Conservation Act (TNSchG) is to protect, maintain and preserve the diversity, uniqueness and beauty of nature. It is intended to ensure that the value of nature is preserved for future generations. In order to achieve this goal, there are provisions on landscape protection. These include the protection of bodies of water, protected landscape areas, protected parts of the landscape and Natura 2000 areas. In addition, plants, animal species and inanimate nature are protected by nature reserves, the protection of certain plant and animal species and natural monuments.

What can a nature conservation permit be applied for?

Section 5 of the Tyrolean Nature Conservation Act (TNSchG ) lists acts that are prohibited throughout the province. You cannot apply for a permit for these.

In contrast, there are some acts that only apply outside built-up areas. These require a permit and are divided into general and special permit requirements . The general licensing requirements are listed in §6 TNSchG. The special licensing requirements include, for example, water protection, landscape conservation areas and natural monuments.

How do I apply for a nature conservation permit?

To obtain a nature conservation permit, you must submit a written application. You can submit this using the following online form:

What documents do I need for the application?

You must list the following points in the application for a nature conservation permit:

• Type, location and scope of the project
• Proof of ownership of the land concerned
  or, if the applicant is not the landowner, the landowner's declaration of consent
• Land register extract (not older than 3 months)
• Declaration of consent from the landowner

Details on the procedure can be found in § 43 TNSchG.