Decree No. 1.922 defining Private Nature Reserves (RPPN).

Subject

Wild species & ecosystems

Keyword

Protected area Private forest Subsidy/incentive Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Offences/penalties Community management

Geographical area

Amazonia, Americas, Latin America and the Caribbean, North Atlantic, South America, South Atlantic

Entry into force notes

This Decree enters into force on the date of publication.

Abstract

This Decree defines Private Nature Reserves (RPPN). It consists of 18 articles establishing the requirements to be met by private protected areas and prohibiting every activity interfering with natural ecosystems' preservation. This Decree also establishes that Private Nature Reserves shall be managed by the individual owner of such reserves. It also prescribes financial incentives' requirements, legal procedures to be applied and sanctions to be paid by offenders to Ibama.

Full text

Portuguese

References - Legislation

Implements

New Forestry Code (Act No. 4.771).

Legislation | Brazil | 1965

Keyword: Basic legislation, Forest management/forest conservation, Protected area, Timber extraction/logging, Afforestation/reforestation, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Implemented by

Order No. 828 establishing marking requirements to be displayed on Private Nature Reserves (RPPN).

Legislation | Brazil | 1990

Keyword: Protected area, Marking/identification, Private forest, Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings

Source: FAO, FAOLEX