Regulation on Preservation and Expansion of the Green Spaces in the Cities. Country/Territory Iran, Islamic Republic of Document type Regulation Date 1980 Source FAO, FAOLEX Original source Official Journal, No. 10284, 18 June 1980. Subject Land & soil Keyword Urban land Land-use planning Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Geographical area Asia, Caspian Sea, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Persian Gulf, Southern Asia Abstract The Regulation, which consists of 8 articles, lays down provisions relating to the expansion of green spaces in the urban areas. The Regulation prohibits cutting trees in public areas, gardens and parks within the boundaries of the cities. Any violation of the provisions of this Regulation shall be punished by imprisonment and fine. Municipalities are the responsible authorities to implement this Regulation. Full text Farsi Website www.dastour.ir