Environmental Statement (ES)
Environmental Statement (ES)
There is no specific statutory format prescribed for Environmental Statements (aka EIA Reports), however they must contain the information specified in the Town and Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2011, which includes:
- Description of the proposed development
- Outline of the alternatives considered during the decision making process
- Description of physical & cultural environmental aspects likely to be significantly affected by development
- Likely effects of the development on the environment
- Measures for avoidance or reduction of significant environmental impact
- Non-technical summary of 1-5 above
- Difficulties encountered during the process
When formulating a Scoping Opinion, the local planning authority must consult with relevant consultation bodies, however, it is not a requirement for the developer to undertake consultation in preparation of an EA.
