14.—(1) In deciding whether to grant or refuse (in whole or in part) an application for surrender of a registration or permit, SEPA must consider—
(a)the impact on the environment resulting from the—
(i)carrying on of the activity; and
(ii)cessation of the carrying on of the activity; and
(b)whether it is satisfied that all reasonable steps have been taken by the authorised person to—
(i)prevent environmental harm arising as a result of the activity having been carried on;
(ii)prevent environmental harm arising as a result of the cessation of the activity; and
(iii)restore the environment affected by the activity to a satisfactory state.
(2) Where SEPA grants an application for surrender (in whole or in part) SEPA must serve notice (a “surrender notice”) on the applicant in accordance with paragraph 15.
(3) An authorisation ceases to have effect on the date specified in the notice and to the extent specified in the notice.
(4) An authorisation may continue to have effect only to the extent necessary to require the taking of steps specified in a notice.