The omgevingswet
The new omgevingswet came into effect on 1 January 2024. This law concerns the space in which we live, work and relax: our living environment. You will receive the Omgevingswet to make if you want to change something in your living environment. When you want to build a new driveway, for example. Or if you want to expand your business premises as an entrepreneur.
If you want to change something in your living environment, you are a so-called "initiator. This means that you must then see whether you need an environmental permit or a notification. This can be done online in the digital environment counter. For more information beforehand, you can visit the municipal counter of the municipality.
Impact on permits issued
Anyone who has submitted a permit application before the implementation date of the Omgevingswet , we treat and provide under the current legislation, the WABO. The (construction) inspections during construction are also carried out under the WABO. We are happy to help you if you have questions about your plan.
With the start of the new Omgevingswet change the Requirements , terms and rules that a permit application must comply with. For example, new plans are also examined for their consequences for health, safety, sustainability and climate. The law also requires an initiator to coordinate his/her plan with the environment in which it is to be implemented. This can cost extra time or entail extra work.
Learn more
Would you like more information about the Omgevingswet ? View the website of the Rijksoverheid or the website of Aan de slag met de Omgevingswet .