Note: This service (581) is identical to service 806 ("Wetlands Protection"). To create unique content, we will focus here on land use regulations and infrastructure restrictions in wetland zones.
Wetland regulations impact land use and construction in regions with prevalent swamps and peatlands (e.g., Western Georgia). Legislation strictly limits infrastructure projects (roads, pipelines, ports) in areas protected by the Ramsar Convention. Any construction activity requires prior hydrological assessment to prevent disruption of the water balance. Legal services in this area include changing land status (if possible), obtaining construction permits considering environmental restrictions, and disputes over land use rights.
What Does Wetlands Regulations Service Cover?
Our experts help you develop projects in protected landscapes legally:
- Land Plot Assessment: Legal audit of land — whether it falls within a protected wetland zone and what restrictions apply.
- Construction Permit: Obtaining a permit for construction near a wetland zone and approving drainage system projects.
- Drainage Infrastructure: Ensuring the legality of agricultural land drainage and permits for canal construction.
- Environmental Agreement: Agreeing with the Ministry on project impact on the wetland ecosystem.
- Peat Extraction: Licensing for peat deposit processing and preparing technical projects.
- Infrastructure Corridors: Routing linear structures (pipelines, power lines) through wetland areas.
Common Scenarios and Needs
Developers planning ports or logistics centers in Poti or Anaklia often face wetland soil issues. Soil stabilization works and water diversion require environmental permits. Also, farmers want to drain swamps for pastures, often leading to conflicts with environmental inspection.
Georgian Legislation and Regulations
Regulations are based on the "Ramsar Convention" and the "Law on Protected Areas". Construction permits are regulated by the "Code on Spatial Planning", and environmental impact by the "Environmental Assessment Code".
The Process: How a Specialist Works
The lawyer checks zoning with the Agency of Protected Areas. If construction is allowed, an EIA is prepared detailing water management measures. The lawyer ensures that design documentation meets international standards, essential for obtaining the permit.
Why Legal.ge?
Construction in wetland zones is complex and risky. Legal.ge gives you access to lawyers experienced in complex infrastructure projects. Specialists on our platform will help you obtain necessary permits and avoid project suspension. Build legally on difficult terrain with Legal.ge.
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