Algemene Plaatselijke Verordening Lansingerland 2025 – Municipal General Local Ordinance
The Algemene Plaatselijke Verordening Lansingerland 2025 (APV) is the primary local ordinance for the municipality of Lansingerland, Netherlands. Issued by the municipal council, this statute enters into force on 26 February 2025, replacing the previous 2023 edition. It functions within the broader legal framework of the Gemeentewet and the Omgevingswet (Environment Act), regulating public order, safety, health, and environmental protection at the local level. The document applies to all residents, developers, and business owners operating within the municipal boundaries, including the districts of Bergschenhoek, Berkel en Rodenrijs, and Bleiswijk.
The ordinance establishes a regulatory regime for various activities such as public assemblies, catering exploitation, the use of public roads for construction, and environmental noise control. Key domains governed include Evenementen (Events), Openbare inrichtingen (Public establishments/Catering), and the placement of objects like bedrijfsafvalcontainers (commercial waste containers) or bouwafvalcontainers (construction waste containers) in public spaces. It defines critical terminology such as bebouwde kom (built-up area), bouwwerk (structure), and bevoegd gezag (competent authority), ensuring alignment with national standards like the Besluit bouwwerken leefomgeving (Bbl).
The following sections detail specific permit procedures, spatial requirements for activities, and the concrete responsibilities of license holders to maintain the quality of the living environment in Lansingerland.
General Permit Procedures and Timelines
Chapter 1 defines the administrative requirements for permits and exemptions. Decisions are typically made within a set timeframe, with specific conditions regarding the personal nature and duration of granted rights.
- Article 1:2 Beslistermijn: The competent authority must decide on an application within eight weeks of receipt, with a possible extension of up to eight weeks.
- Article 1:5 Personal Character: Permits and exemptions are strictly person-bound and cannot be transferred to other parties.
- Article 1:6 Withdrawal: Licenses may be revoked if incorrect data was provided, conditions are not met, or in the interest of public order and safety.
- Article 1:8 Refusal Grounds: Applications can be denied based on public order, safety, public health, environmental protection, or conflict with the bestemmingsplan (zoning plan).
Events and Public Assemblies
The ordinance categorizes events based on risk and scale. Specific rules apply to small-scale activities that do not require a full permit but must adhere to notification standards.
- Category 0-evenement: Small-scale events involving fewer than 250 persons occurring between 09:00 and 24:00, with no music after 23:00.
- Article 2:25a Notification: Organizers of Category 0 events must notify the Mayor at least 15 working days in advance.
- Categories A, B, and C: High-risk or large-scale events require a permit from the Mayor under Article 2:25.
- Article 2:3 Public Assembly: Notice for protests or meetings must be given at least 48 hours before the public announcement or start of the event.
Use of Public Roads and Construction Objects
Regulating the placement of objects on public roads is necessary to ensure safety and maintain the aesthetic quality of the streetscape. This includes construction-related items and commercial fixtures.
- Article 2:10 General Prohibition: It is prohibited to place objects on or near the road that cause damage, hinder accessibility, or conflict with welstand (aesthetic standards).
- Article 2:10c Construction Waste Containers: Placement for less than four weeks requires a notification at least one week in advance; placement longer than four weeks requires a formal exemption.
- Article 2:10b Terraces: Commercial terraces on public roads or spaces require a permit from the Municipal Executive (College).
- Article 2:12 Driveways (Uitwegen): Creating or changing a driveway requires an environmental permit (omgevingsvergunning), which can be refused to protect public parking or greenery.
Environmental Protection and Public Nuisance
Provisions in Chapter 4 and 5 focus on protecting the physical environment and preventing common nuisances related to noise, waste, and parking.
- Article 4:3 Incidentele Festiviteiten: Establishments can hold up to twelve days of festivities per year with increased noise limits (max 15 dB(A) increase), provided notice is given two weeks in advance.
- Article 4:18 Camping: It is prohibited to place camping equipment, such as tents or caravans, for overnight stay outside of designated areas without an exemption.
- Article 5:6 Camping Vehicles: Parking caravans or trailers on public roads is prohibited if it is deemed excessive (more than three consecutive days) by the municipality.
- Article 5:34 Burning Ban: Burning waste or lighting outdoor fires outside of approved installations is prohibited, with exceptions for small decorative fires like candles or torches.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a permit in Lansingerland?
Under Article 1:2, the municipality must decide within eight weeks, though they can extend this period by another eight weeks if necessary.
Do I need a permit for a small neighborhood party?
If the event has fewer than 250 attendees and meets the criteria in Article 2:24 (Category 0), you only need to submit a notification 15 working days in advance.
Can I place a construction container on the street in front of my house?
According to Article 2:10c, you must notify the municipality one week before placing a container if it will be there for less than four weeks; longer durations require an exemption.
What are the standard closing times for catering establishments in Lansingerland?
Under Article 2:29, public establishments must generally remain closed between 01:00 and 06:00, unless an exemption has been granted.
Are dogs allowed to run off-leash in Lansingerland?
Article 2:57 states dogs must be leashed within built-up areas. Between March 15 and July 15 (brooding season), leashing is also required in specific areas outside the built-up zones.
How far must beehives be kept from residential houses?
Article 2:64 requires beehives to be placed at least 30 meters away from dwellings or other buildings where people regularly stay.
Is carbid shooting allowed on New Year's Eve?
No, Article 2:73a establishes a general prohibition on the use of acetylene gas and calcium carbide for shooting within the municipality.
Can I park my caravan on the public road for a week before my vacation?
Article 5:6 prohibits parking caravans or trailers for more than three consecutive days on public roads if it is considered excessive for the available parking space.
