The environmental law

The Environmental Act has been in effect since January 1, 2024. That law regulates everything for the space in which we live, work and stay.

What the Environmental Act means

You will have to deal with the Environmental Act if, for example, you want to renovate your house, cut down a tree or start a business or community center somewhere.

Environment counter

If you want to change something in your home, garden, company or environment, go to the Environment Desk.

Environmental permit application explained

In Hilversum we work with 3 different processes for researching a spatial idea and (subsequently) applying for an environmental permit. On this page we explain how it works.

Environment plan

Every piece of land and building has an environmental plan. These can be viewed online. You can respond to a draft environmental plan.

Quality Assurance for Construction Act (Wkb)

Do you have plans to build a home, business premises or shop? Then you have been responsible for checking the quality of the construction since January 1, 2024.

Environmental Vision Hilversum 2040

The Environmental Vision Hilversum 2040 describes a vision for the future of the municipality of Hilversum. For example, how Hilversum remains a pleasant place to live, work and stay.