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Gesetz zum Schutz der Kulturdenkmale (Denkmalschutzgesetz – DSchG) – Law on the Protection of Cultural Monuments (Monument Protection Act)

1 January 1984

The “Gesetz zum Schutz und zur Pflege der Denkmaler” (Denkmalschutzgesetz) of Baden-Württemberg, revised in 1983 and most recently amended in 2023 (Article 6), is a pivotal piece of legislation aimed at the conservation and protection of cultural monuments within the state. Its primary goal is to preserve the historical, cultural, and architectural heritage of Baden-Württemberg, ensuring that these assets are maintained and protected for future generations. At its core, the legislation defines what constitutes a cultural monument, including buildings, structures, archaeological sites, and other objects of historical significance. It establishes

Niedersächsisches Denkmalschutzgesetz (NDSchG) (Monument Protection Act of Lower Saxony)

30 May 1978

The Niedersächsisches Denkmalschutzgesetz (NDSchG), adopted in 1978 and amended the last time in 2011, is a comprehensive legal framework designed to protect and preserve cultural heritage in Lower Saxony. It outlines the responsibilities of the state, municipalities, and private owners in maintaining and safeguarding cultural monuments, ensuring their historical, artistic, and scientific significance is recognized and preserved for future generations. A key provision of the NDSchG is the definition and classification of cultural monuments. These include buildings, archaeological sites, movable objects, and natural monuments of historical or scientific value. The

Rheinland-Pfalz Denkmalschutzgesetz (DSchG) vom 23. März 1978 (Monument Protection Act )

23 March 1978

The Denkmalschutzgesetz (DSchG), adopted in 1978 and most recently amended in 2021, is a key piece of legislation aimed at the protection and preservation of cultural heritage in the state of Rhineland-Palatinate. This law serves to ensure that cultural monuments are preserved for future generations. The Act defines cultural monuments broadly, encompassing buildings, sites, objects, and even landscapes that hold cultural value. One of the main features of the DSchPflG RP is the establishment of a comprehensive register of protected monuments, which is maintained by the State Office for Monument

Atomrechtliche Verfahrensverordnung in der Fassung der Bekanntmachung vom 3. Februar 1995 (BGBl. I S. 180), die zuletzt durch Artikel 2 Absatz 5 des Gesetzes vom 4. Dezember 2023 (BGBl. 2023 I Nr. 344) geändert worden ist (Nuclear Energy Procedural Ordinance)

18 February 1977

The Administrative Procedure Ordinance (AtVfV) provides a comprehensive framework for administrative procedures in Germany, ensuring transparency, fairness, and efficiency in public administration. Its primary purpose is to regulate the processes by which administrative decisions are made, enhancing accountability and consistency across various levels of government. This ordinance sets out clear guidelines for the conduct of administrative procedures, including the initiation, investigation, and resolution of administrative matters. It emphasises the importance of due process, requiring that all parties involved in an administrative procedure are given a fair opportunity to present their

Grundsteuergesetz vom 7. August 1973 (BGBl. I S. 965), das zuletzt durch Artikel 21 des Gesetzes vom 16. Dezember 2022 (BGBl. I S. 2294) geändert worden ist (Property Tax Act)

7 August 1973

The Ground Rent Tax Act (GrStG) of 1973, amended most recently in 2022, regulates the taxation of property in Germany. This legislation aims to establish a fair and consistent framework for property tax assessment and collection, ensuring that property owners contribute to local public services based on the value of their real estate holdings. By defining the procedures for property valuation, tax rates, and exemptions, the Act provides a structured approach to property taxation that supports municipal funding and public infrastructure. The primary purpose of the Ground Rent Tax Act

Gesetz zum Schutz und zur Pflege der Denkmäler (Bayerisches Denkmalschutzgesetz – BayDSchG) – Law on the protection and care of monuments (Bavarian Monument Protection Act – BayDSchG)

25 June 1973

The Bavarian Monument Protection Act (BayDSchG) establishes comprehensive measures for the preservation and maintenance of monuments in Bavaria. The BayDSchG was adopted in 1973 and amended several times, with the last being in June 2023. The legislation outlines definitions, responsibilities, and procedures to ensure the protection of historical and cultural heritage, emphasising its importance for public interest. The BayDSchG defines monuments as man-made objects or parts thereof from the past, whose preservation is of public interest due to their historical, artistic, urban, scientific, or folkloric significance. This includes buildings, ensembles

Gesetz über die Landbeschaffung für Aufgaben der Verteidigung (Landbeschaffungsgesetz) (Act on Land Procurement for Defence Purposes)

23 February 1957

The “Gesetz über die Landbeschaffung für Aufgaben der Verteidigung” (LBG), or the Land Procurement Act for Defense Purposes, is a legislative framework designed to regulate the acquisition of land by the federal government for defence-related activities. Enacted in 1957 and most recently amended in 2020, this law outlines the procedures and principles for acquiring land to meet the needs of national defence, including the fulfilment of international agreements regarding the stationing and legal status of foreign military forces in Germany. The primary objective of the LBG is to ensure the

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