SCHEDULE 2GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR LANDFILLS
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The location of a landfill must take into consideration requirements relating to—
a
the distances from the boundary of the site to residential and recreational areas, waterways, water bodies and other agricultural or urban sites;
b
the existence of groundwater, coastal water or nature protection zones in the area;
c
the geological or hydrogeological conditions in the area;
d
the risk of flooding, subsidence, landslides or avalanches on the site; and
e
the protection of the natural or cultural heritage in the area.
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A landfill permit may be issued for the landfill only if—
a
the characteristics of the site with respect to the requirements in sub-paragraph (1); or
b
the corrective measures to be taken,
indicate that the landfill does not pose a serious environmental risk.