PROPOSALS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ADEQUACY OF RURAL PROPERTY

The adequacy of rural properties, based on legislation in force, constitutes an essential measure for preservationand conservation of the environment, especially water bodies and springs. This work has developed proposals forthe environmental suitability of a country estate in Palotina, State of Parana, to reduce environmental impacts.The study was conducted in four stages: (1) characterization of the study area, (2) data collection through fieldvisits, (3) processing and digitization of data, and (4) developing proposals for final adjustment of rural property.Two proposals were drawn up and opted for the more economically viable for the producer. Comparing theproposals made, and recognizing that the economic viability of the family depends on income from agriculture,we opted for the proposal on the area where the APP and legal reserve would equal 25% of the total propertyarea (Proposal 1), which is preserved in the larger pasture area, reducing the impact of property regulationdeterminations of environmental legislation, without, however, cripple rural activities.