Hebei's updated tree protection rules take effect July 1
By Zhang Yu in Shijiazhuang |
chinadaily.com.cn |
Updated: 2026-05-28 17:36
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Furthermore, transplanting is prohibited in principle but may be approved if a tree poses a threat to public safety that cannot be resolved otherwise. Construction must avoid protection zones.
A province-wide survey will be conducted every decade, and the public is encouraged to report undocumented trees.
As of the end of 2024, Hebei was home to more than 500,000 ancient and famous trees, according to the Forestry and Grassland Bureau of Hebei Province. A new survey is underway.
