Decree No.11949 identifying and classifying the site of El Kasarat grotto in Nabay village in Matn District as a natural site. Country/Territory Lebanon Document type Legislation Date 2014 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Environment gen., Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Protected area Authorization/permit EIA Geographical area Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia Entry into force notes Where necessary. Abstract This Decree consisting of 5 articles aims at identifying El Kasarat grotto as one of the Lebanese natural sites placed under the tutelage of the Ministry of Environment. The protection covers a radius of 300 meters around the site. In this area is prohibited any kind of investments and/or buildings. The Ministry shall establish the conditions to grant permission for any establishment or work and if a Study Impact Assessment shall be necessary to grant the permission. Full text Arabic Website www.moe.gov.lb