The Pipe-line Works (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2000

Regulation 2—definition of “environmental statement"

SCHEDULE 1 INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN AN ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT

1.  A description of the proposed pipe-line works, including in particular—

(a) a description of the physical characteristics of the proposed pipe-line works and the proposed pipe-line, and the land-use requirements during the construction and operational phases;

(b) a description of the main characteristics of the production processes proposed, for instance, the nature and quality of the materials to be used;

(c) an estimate, by type and quantity, of expected residues and emissions (including, without limitation, water, air and soil pollution, noise, vibration, light, heat and radiation) resulting from the proposed pipe-line works and the proposed pipe-line when in operation.

2.  A description of the aspects of the environment likely to be significantly affected by the proposed pipe-line works, including in particular, population, fauna, flora, soil, water, air, climatic factors, material assets, including the architectural and archaeological heritage, landscape and the inter-relationship between the above factors.

3.  A description of the likely significant effects of the proposed pipe-line works on the environment which may result from—

(a) the existence of the proposed pipe-line works or the proposed pipe-line;

(b) the use of natural resources;

(c) the emission of pollutants, the creation of nuisances and the elimination of waste,

and a description of the forecasting methods used to assess the effects on the environment.

4.  A non-technical summary of the information provided under paragraphs 1 to 3 above.

5.  An indication of any difficulties (technical deficiencies or lack of know-how) encountered by the applicant in compiling the required information.

Regulation 4(2)

SCHEDULE 2 MATTERS TO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT IN GIVING A DIRECTION UNDER REGULATION 4(1)

1.  Characteristics of proposed pipe-line works

The characteristics of proposed pipe-line works having regard, in particular, to—

(a) the size of the proposed pipe-line works and of the proposed pipe-line;

(b) the cumulation with other developments;

(c) the use of natural resources;

(d) the production of waste;

(e) pollution and nuisances;

(f) the risk of accidents, having regard in particular to substances or technologies used.

2.  Location of proposed pipe-line works

The environmental sensitivity of geographical areas likely to be affected by proposed pipe-line works, having regard, in particular, to—

(a) the existing land use;

(b) the relative abundance, quality and regenerative capacity of natural resources in the area;

(c) the absorption capacity of the natural environment, paying particular attention to the following areas—

(i) wetlands;

(ii) coastal zones;

(iii) mountain and forest areas;

(iv) nature reserves and parks;

(v) areas classified or protected under member States’ legislation; special protection areas designated by member States pursuant to Council Directive 79/409/EEC on the conservation of wild birds M1 and Council Directive 92/43/EEC on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora M2 ;

(vi) areas in which the environmental quality standards laid down in Community legislation have already been exceeded;

(vii) densely populated areas;

(viii) landscapes of historical, cultural or archaeological significance.

Marginal Citations

M1 O.J. No. L 103, 25.4.1979, p. 1.

M2 O.J. No. L 206, 22.7.1992, p.7.

3.  Characteristics of the potential impact

The potential significant effects of proposed pipe-line works in relation to criteria set out under paragraphs 1 and 2 above, having regard in particular to—

(a) the extent of the impact (geographical area and size of the affected population);

(b) the transfrontier nature of the impact;

(c) the magnitude and complexity of the impact;

(d) the probability of the impact;

(e) the duration, frequency and reversibility of the impact.