Apply for the removal or modification of protected landscape elements (e.g. avenues)
Description
Trees produce vital oxygen, improve the climate, filter dust and pollutants, and provide humidity and movement. They provide habitat for a wide variety of animals, enliven and structure the cityscape and dampen noise. In order to preserve trees, they are particularly protected – especially in heavily populated areas.
If you want to cut down a tree, a permit may be required. If necessary, you must compensate for the felled tree. A felling permit is particularly necessary if trees are subject to special protection.
If a tree is protected as a "protected landscape component" in a built-up district or within an avenue, you must apply for an exemption to fall.
Municipality
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Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV)