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 […]
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 prohibiting felling or […]
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 rules on felling […]
The Forestry Act 1946 created restrictions on felling of trees. This was replaced by the 2014 Act set out in a separate section. Certain species are exempt by Ministerial order from the requirements. Certain categories may be exempted with departmental consent including: Trees which are not necessary for the ornament or protection of a holding in which it stands and which is stated in the […]