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Nature and Forests Administration (ANF)

The ANF is involved in nature protection and forest management in Luxembourg. A business project affecting natural areas may require assessment under nature protection rules.

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Understand the scope

Its role for your business

Ownership of land does not automatically confer the right to carry out any development on it. Protections, authorisations and requirements depend on the location and the project.

In your file

When to contact them and what to prepare

Before work begins, gather the location details, plans and a precise description of the interventions. Check environmental constraints alongside planning and water-related matters. An authorisation obtained for another purpose should not be considered as covering all impacts on the natural environment.

A scenario to help you understand

Educational example

A company plans to expand a site near a natural area. It reviews protection constraints before finalising the work.

Fictitious situation, presented to illustrate the concept.

Prepare for what comes next

Points to check

  • Localiser précisément le projet
  • Identifier les protections applicables
  • Coordonner les autorisations

Connecting concepts

Terms to know as well

Continue with the concepts, contacts and procedures related to this topic.

Environment Agency (AEV)The AEV is involved in environmental protection and procedures within its remit. Businesses may be concerned by classified installations, waste, emissions or other obligations linked to their activity.Water Management Administration (AGE)The AGE is involved in water management and protection. Certain works, abstractions, discharges or business developments may be subject to water-related authorisation.Building permit and urban planningA building permit regulates construction, alteration or demolition work in accordance with the applicable rules. For a business, the intended use of the premises must also be compatible with urban planning requirements.Business permitThe business permit allows the pursuit of activities subject to it, where the conditions relating to the business and its manager are met.Professional reputeA condition for access to or exercise of a profession or activity, assessed according to the rules of that profession or activity and separate from technical skills.ManagerThe manager performs the management and representation functions assigned to them within the company.

Put it into practice

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Practical guideBusiness permit: preparing a coherent application

Sources and verification

References consulted on 20 September 2026. Official procedures specify the applicable conditions and exceptions.

This guide explains a general process. The applicable rules depend on your situation; it does not constitute personalised advice. Report a correction.

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