Requirement that a scientific assessment of the
possible environmental impacts be undertaken prior
to planning permission being given out
Characterisation of this approach
Conceptual Basis
HISTORY
Took years to give EU
competence in environmental
planning. Finally happened in
1987, triggered by the USA form
of environmental assessment in
1969. Initially very broad, lots of
discretion given to member
states in order to get all
member states on board
Directives
Current Regime:
HOW DOES IT
WORK?
Prediction
"Screening"
Scoping
• Alternatives
3. Participation and
consultation by local
groups and Statutory
consultees.