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Law on Environmental Protection and Development of March 1994.

Country/Territory
Syrian Arab Republic
Document type
Legislation
Date
1994
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Livestock, Air & atmosphere, Environment gen., Cultivated plants, Water, Wild species & ecosystems, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Authorization/permit Classification/declassification Legal proceedings/administrative proceedings Liability/compensation Noise pollution Offences/penalties Air quality/air pollution Pollution control Basic legislation EIA Hazards Special fund Water quality standards Animal reproduction Pesticides Plant protection Waste management Freshwater pollution Protected area
Geographical area
Asia, Mediterranean, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force 6 months after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Abstract

This Law is composed of 10 Sections divided into 46 articles. Section I deals with definitions and terms. Section II provides forthe following materials: environmental media protection; water protection water standards and criteria suitable for various uses; air pollution control; allowed limits of noise and vibration; land classification; classification of pollutants; protection of plants and animals, creation of nature reserves; environmental impact assessment of industries; pesticide use control; and waste treatment. Section III concerns with licences and environmental impact assessment. Section IV relates to disasters. Section V addresses liability and compensation for damages. Section VI deals with legal and administrative procedures. Section VII provides for environment and development. Section VIII relates to the Fund for Environmental Protection and Development. Section IX contains offences and penalties. Section X contains general provisions.

Full text
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References - Legislation

Repealed by

Environmental Affairs Law No. 50 of 2002.

Legislation | Syrian Arab Republic | 2002

Keyword: Framework law, Classification/declassification, Hazards, EIA, Environmental planning, Environmental standards, Hazardous waste, Inspection, Institution, Liability/compensation, Monitoring, Offences/penalties, Pollution control, Protected area, Research, Special fund, Waste disposal, Waste prevention, Policy/planning, Standards, Protection of environment, Freshwater pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX