GREEN ROOFS – LEGISLATION IN THE REPUBLIC OF SERBIA AND EUROPE

The adoption of green roofs in the Republic of Serbia remains limited due to multiple barriers, including the absence of supportive legislation, lack of financial incentives, low public awareness, high initial costs, and ongoing maintenance requirements. In contrast, green roofs are increasingly integrated into urban planning globally, particularly in major cities where building regulations often mandate their inclusion. In Europe, green roofs have become a standard, with Germany leading the way through pioneering laws that encourage their installation on both new and existing structures. This paper examines international legislative frameworks to assess the potential for developing technical regulations to advance green roof implementation in Serbia