Valid from 10/10/2006

Regulations 6(2)(c) and 8(1)

SCHEDULE 2 E+W Selection criteria for a screening notice or a screening decision

1.    Characteristics of projects E+W

The characteristics of projects, having regard in particular to—

(a) the size of the project;

(b) the cumulation with other projects;

(c) the use of natural resources;

(d) the production of waste;

(e) pollution and nuisances; and

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

Commencement Information

I1 Sch. 2 para. 1 in force at 10.10.2006, see reg. 1(2)

2.    Location of Project E+W

The environmental sensitivity of geographical areas likely to be affected by projects, having regard in particular to—

(g) the existing land use;

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

(i) 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 legislation (including European sites);

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

(vii) densely populated areas; and

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

Commencement Information

I2 Sch. 2 para. 2 in force at 10.10.2006, see reg. 1(2)

3.    The potential impact E+W

The potential significant effects of projects, in relation to criteria set out under paragraphs 1 and 2, having regard in particular to—

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

(k) the impact on other EEA States;

(l) the magnitude and complexity of the impact;

(m) the probability of the impact; and

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

Commencement Information

I3 Sch. 2 para. 3 in force at 10.10.2006, see reg. 1(2)