Establishment of a consultation desk for various forest-related notifications and applications
In accordance with the Forestry Act (Act No. 249 of 1951), Niseko Town promotes proper and planned management of the forests and forest resources located within the town.
Owners of forests and land, as well as those involved in the management and construction of forests and land, are required to submit various notifications and applications when checking whether their land is a forest area, when engaging in activities within forest areas (such as felling trees), etc. Notifications and applications include the following:
[Major notifications and applications, etc.]
Forest Land Register Inspection Application
This is necessary when confirming whether the land you own is classified as a forest (Article 191-6 of the Forest Law).
Notification of felling and post-felling afforestation (felling notification)
When felling trees in forests, advance notification (90 to 30 days prior to the felling date) is required (Forestry Law, Articles 10-7 and 10-8).
Forest land owner notification
When acquiring new forest land, the owner must submit a notification within 90 days of the acquisition date (Article 10-7-2 of the Forest Law).
Certificate of transfer of standing trees (felling)
When transferring standing trees (including the transfer of felling rights), you may be required to prepare and submit documents certifying the details of the transfer.
These procedures are important for ensuring the sustainable conservation and utilization of forests, and failure to follow them may result in guidance and measures being taken under the law.
We understand that it can be difficult for first-time users to choose what they need.Set up a consultation desk where people can easily get advice without having to come to Niseko Town HallWe decided to do so.The operation of the counter has been entrusted to Niseko Yukimorikosha Co., Ltd.We are able to provide consultations not only in person, but also online and over the phone. Please feel free to contact us if you are conducting activities in forest areas or land that may be forested.
For enquiries regarding Niseko Yukimori Kosha Co., Ltd., please click here.
Owners of forests and land, as well as those involved in the management and construction of forests and land, are required to submit various notifications and applications when checking whether their land is a forest area, when engaging in activities within forest areas (such as felling trees), etc. Notifications and applications include the following:
[Major notifications and applications, etc.]
Forest Land Register Inspection Application
This is necessary when confirming whether the land you own is classified as a forest (Article 191-6 of the Forest Law).
Notification of felling and post-felling afforestation (felling notification)
When felling trees in forests, advance notification (90 to 30 days prior to the felling date) is required (Forestry Law, Articles 10-7 and 10-8).
Forest land owner notification
When acquiring new forest land, the owner must submit a notification within 90 days of the acquisition date (Article 10-7-2 of the Forest Law).
Certificate of transfer of standing trees (felling)
When transferring standing trees (including the transfer of felling rights), you may be required to prepare and submit documents certifying the details of the transfer.
These procedures are important for ensuring the sustainable conservation and utilization of forests, and failure to follow them may result in guidance and measures being taken under the law.
We understand that it can be difficult for first-time users to choose what they need.Set up a consultation desk where people can easily get advice without having to come to Niseko Town HallWe decided to do so.The operation of the counter has been entrusted to Niseko Yukimorikosha Co., Ltd.We are able to provide consultations not only in person, but also online and over the phone. Please feel free to contact us if you are conducting activities in forest areas or land that may be forested.
For enquiries regarding Niseko Yukimori Kosha Co., Ltd., please click here.
*The forest mentioned here refers to the forest area defined in accordance with Article 5 of the Forest Act.
Inquiries regarding information on this page
- Agricultural administration
- TEL:0136-56-8841
- FAX:0136-44-3500