Penalty for unauthorized cannabis cultivation and smoking at dachas may result in a fine for the property owners.
Chillaxing on your dacha? Hold on a sec! Don't fall victim to rookie mistakes that land you in hot water with the law. Here's a lowdown on the most common violations and the fines you could face as a careless dacha owner in Russia.
Skip the Grill Without the Grill
Grilling up some tasty food without a proper setup? You're barking up the wrong tree. Firesafety rules require cooking only in designated devices on your plot, at least five meters away from your house and free of flammable items within a two-meter radius. Break the rules, and the fines could reach 20,000 rubles during special fire prevention periods.
Bonfires With Caution
Want to burn trash or wood on your plot? Think again. To stay on the safe side, stick to a metal barrel with a hermetically sealed base, a volume of no more than one cubic meter, and a lid or metal sheet covering the fire. Keep it at least 7.5 meters from buildings to avoid fines of up to 15,000 rubles.
Green Thumbs Beware
It's not all rosy in the world of horticulture. The Russian government recently expanded the list of controlled plants containing narcotic or psychotropic substances. The three-colored morning glory, which many gardeners grew for decorative purposes, is now off-limits due to its hallucinogenic properties. Destroy any three-colored morning glory you have or face fines from 3,000 to 15,000 rubles, or even up to two years in prison if more than 10 bushes grow on your plot.
The Dirt on Car Washing
Washing your car on a garden plot can harm the environment and lead to fines of up to 5,000 rubles. In some regions, like Moscow, car washing in non-designated areas is outright prohibited.
Toilets Aren't for Transplanting
Just like you wouldn't plant blacklisted plants, avoid moving trees, including popular species like pine or rowan, from the forest to your property. You'll face fines of up to 4,000 rubles.
Steer Clear of Neighborhood Feuds
Think you can quietly encroach on your neighbor's land by moving the fence a half-meter? Think again. Land-grabbing is an administrative offense, regardless of the amount taken. Expect to pay 5,000 to 10,000 rubles, or even a percentage of the cadastral value of the "taken" plot.
Quiet Hours Matter
Remember the rules about silence in high-rise buildings? They apply to dachas too. In many regions, making noise or playing music is prohibited during specific hours. Fines for disturbing the peace range from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles, but regional variations may apply.
Stay informed and enjoy your dacha stress-free! For more details on fines and regulations, consult local Russian authorities or legal resources based on your region.
It's crucial to pay attention to lifestyle aspects, such as your cooking procedures and waste management, when owning a dacha in Russia. For instance, grilling food should only be done in designated devices, at least five meters away from your home, to avoid fires. Additionally, home-and-garden enthusiasts should be aware of the list of controlled plants, as cultivating hallucinogenic plants, like the three-colored morning glory, can result in severe penalties.
