The deadline for forest owners and producers to clear forests and land ended on April 30th. However, it is never too much to remember the importance of carrying out this type of work, which helps in preventing fires and preserving the territory. First of all, it is important to keep in mind that anyone who does not comply with the stipulated date may incur a fine, which, if not paid, may result in a tax enforcement process for the coercive collection of values. Keep in mind that the amounts are heavy, reaching up to 5000 euros for individuals. Owners, lessees, usufructuaries and entities that hold land next to buildings located in rural areas are primarily responsible for cleaning the land, and must carry out work in order to:
- Cut grass, shrubs, weeds, among other plant materials, in a strip with a width of not less than 50 meters around buildings located in rural or forest areas;
- Cut tree branches up to four meters above the ground;
- Ensure the spacing of four meters between trees (ten meters in the case of pines or eucalyptus, as they are highly flammable species);
- Cut trees and shrubs less than five meters from the building.