The Marine Works (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2007

Location of the project

2.  The environmental sensitivity of geographical areas likely to be affected by development under the project, having regard, in particular, to—

(a) their existing 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) any wetland;

(ii) any coastal zone;

(iii) mountain and forest zones;

(iv) any nature reserve or parks;

(v) any area classified or protected under the legislation of any EEA State;

(vi) any area designated by any EEA State under the Wild Birds Directive or the Habitats Directive;

(vii) any area in which the environmental quality standards laid down in Community legislation have already been exceeded;

(viii) any densely populated area; and

(ix) any landscape of historical, cultural or archaeological significance.