Search Legislation

Advanced Search

The Marine Works (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2007

Status:

This is the original version (as it was originally made).

Regulation 8(2)

SCHEDULE 1MATTERS RELEVANT TO CONSIDERATION OF WHETHER OR NOT AN ANNEX II PROJECT IS LIKELY TO HAVE SIGNIFICANT EFFECTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT

This schedule has no associated Explanatory Memorandum

Characteristics of the project

1.  The characteristics of the project, having regard, in particular, to—

(a)its size;

(b)the combined effect of the project and other plans and projects;

(c)the use of natural resources in the course of the project;

(d)the production of waste, pollution and nuisances; and

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

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.

Characteristics of the potential impact

3.  The potential significant effects of development under the project in relation to the matters set out in paragraphs 1 and 2, having regard in particular to—

(a)the extent of the impact with reference to the geographical area and the size of the affected population;

(b)the nature of any impact on any other EEA state;

(c)the magnitude and complexity of the impact;

(d)the probability of the impact; and

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

Back to top

Options/Help

Print Options

Close

Legislation is available in different versions:

Latest Available (revised):The latest available updated version of the legislation incorporating changes made by subsequent legislation and applied by our editorial team. Changes we have not yet applied to the text, can be found in the ‘Changes to Legislation’ area.

Original (As Enacted or Made): The original version of the legislation as it stood when it was enacted or made. No changes have been applied to the text.

Close

Opening Options

Different options to open legislation in order to view more content on screen at once

Close

Explanatory Memorandum

Explanatory Memorandum sets out a brief statement of the purpose of a Statutory Instrument and provides information about its policy objective and policy implications. They aim to make the Statutory Instrument accessible to readers who are not legally qualified and accompany any Statutory Instrument or Draft Statutory Instrument laid before Parliament from June 2004 onwards.

Close

More Resources

Access essential accompanying documents and information for this legislation item from this tab. Dependent on the legislation item being viewed this may include:

  • the original print PDF of the as enacted version that was used for the print copy
  • lists of changes made by and/or affecting this legislation item
  • confers power and blanket amendment details
  • all formats of all associated documents
  • correction slips
  • links to related legislation and further information resources
Close

Impact Assessments

Impact Assessments generally accompany all UK Government interventions of a regulatory nature that affect the private sector, civil society organisations and public services. They apply regardless of whether the regulation originates from a domestic or international source and can accompany primary (Acts etc) and secondary legislation (SIs). An Impact Assessment allows those with an interest in the policy area to understand:

  • Why the government is proposing to intervene;
  • The main options the government is considering, and which one is preferred;
  • How and to what extent new policies may impact on them; and,
  • The estimated costs and benefits of proposed measures.
Close

More Resources

Use this menu to access essential accompanying documents and information for this legislation item. Dependent on the legislation item being viewed this may include:

  • the original print PDF of the as made version that was used for the print copy
  • correction slips

Click 'View More' or select 'More Resources' tab for additional information including:

  • lists of changes made by and/or affecting this legislation item
  • confers power and blanket amendment details
  • all formats of all associated documents
  • links to related legislation and further information resources