Environmental Impact Assessment:

Environmental impact assessment, like species impact assessment, is a process that needs to be undertaken before the commencement of certain development projects. A “statement of environmental effects” (ESS) accompanies development applications that fall under the categories of:

• Complying Development;
• Advertised Development; and
• Integrated Development.

An “environmental impact statement” (EIS) on the other hand, is required in development applications (under Parts 3A, 4 and 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW)) that fall under the categories of:

• State Significant Development; and
• Designated Development.

The Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulations outline the matters that must be addressed in the EIS.

If an environmental impact assessment becomes an issue for your case, there could be a variety of significant legal issues that need to be contemplated before it is clearly known what rights, liabilities and obligations apply to you or your business. Our environmental lawyers in Sydney have been assisting parties for over a decade and we have the experience and skills needed to guide you through environmental impact assessment.

If you would wish to discuss environmental impact assessment specifically relevant to your situation, you can contact our firm on (02) 9233 4048 or send an email to info@navado.com.au to book a meeting with one of our environment solicitors.

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