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Order No. 7 on the conservation of Iulissat Fiord.

Country/Territory
Greenland (Denmark)
Document type
Regulation
Date
2003
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Water, Wild species & ecosystems
Keyword
Recreational water use Management/conservation Cultural heritage Hunting/capture Marine protected areas Protected area Protection of habitats Transport/storage Wild fauna Wild flora Community management
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, Atlantic Ocean Islands, European Union Countries, North America, North Atlantic
Entry into force notes
The Order enters into force on 1 May 2003.
Abstract

This Order applies to the preservation and development of the cultural history of Ilulissat and surrounding area located in Ilulissat municipality. The area is under conservation status and a precise delimitation of this area is viewable in Annex 1 and 2. The public has permission to access this area, however staying within the protected area for recreation and for commercial fishing and hunting, tents and open fires may only occur up to 3 days at the same location. Hunting cabins may only be used as bases for fishing and hunting - but it is not allowed to use the cabins for permanent habitation. Use of motorized vehicles and bicycle within the area is not permitted, however the use of boats is allowed.

Full text
Danish
Website
www.lovgivning.gl

References - Legislation

Implements

Act on Nature Conservation in Greenland (No. 11 of 1980).

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 1980

Keyword: Basic legislation, Ecosystem preservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Order No. 10 on protection of Ilulissat Fiord.

Legislation | Greenland (Denmark) | 2007

Keyword: Inland waters, Management/conservation, Cultural heritage, Hunting/capture, Marine protected areas, Protected area, Protection of habitats, Transport/storage, Wild fauna, Wild flora, Community management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX