Forestry Programme 2014-2020 The Forestry Programme 2014-2020 consists of 11 separate measures aimed at forestry development which will deliver economic, social and environmental benefits to society. Afforestation Scheme Under the redesigned Afforestation Scheme both farmers and non farmers will receive the same premium rate which will be paid each year for 15 years. This is worth up to €9,500/hectare over 15 years. Further details of […]
Felling Licence Application Where a person wishes to cut or fell a tree other than exempted trees, he must apply to the Minister for a licence. The procedure for the application for the licence is set out. Conditions may be applied, including in particular replanting conditions. Certain categories of trees are exempted from the requirement for a felling licence. The Minister may make an order […]
Updated 2014 Legislation The Forestry Act 2014 updates the legislation in relation to forestry. It repeals the Forestry Act 1946 and previous legislation. The Act provides for the functions of the Minister and gives powers to protect forests from a range of risks and threats, including fire, disease and vermin. Enforcement measures by way of penalties and prosecutions are provided for. The legislation updates the […]
Older Felling Requirements There are significant restrictions on cutting down trees. In this context, cutting down means coming through the trunk at a height of less than six feet to the extent that the tree falls or is rendered liable to fall under the influence of a natural entity. The Forestry Act of 1946 created restrictions on the felling of trees. This was replaced by […]