Land clearing must be completed by April 30 ahead of fire season
CORFU. Announcement from North Corfu Municipality along with guidelines.
(North Corfu Municipality) The Municipality of North Corfu informs citizens that by April 30, 2025, all landowners, possessors, usufructuaries, tenants or subtenants of plots and other open spaces are obligated to clear them in preparation for the 2025 fire season.
Specifically, they must:
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Immediately clear their properties, removing grass, branches, and any other materials that could serve as fuel in case of fire or contribute to its rapid spread.
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Maintain the cleanliness of their properties throughout the fire season.
Additionally, after clearing their plots and no later than April 30, citizens must declare the completion of the clearing of their properties on the Land Clearing Registry platform at: akatharista.apps.gov.gr.
Important Restrictions:
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Dumping clearing residues in public spaces or mixing them with household waste is strictly prohibited. These residues must be transported to an appropriately licensed disposal site.
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Burning of clearing residues is permitted until April 30, but only under strict conditions.
Special Attention: Penalties for Non-Compliance
Failure to clear and maintain properties throughout the fire season will result in penalties.
Additionally:
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Those who clear their land but fail to submit a declaration will be fined €1,000.
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False declarations regarding compliance will result in further sanctions.
For any further information, citizens are encouraged to consult the official municipal announcements.
