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2. The environmental sensitivity of geographical areas likely to be affected by projects, having regard in particular to—
(a)the existing land use;
(b)the relative abundance, quality and regenerative capacity of natural resources in the area; and
(c)the absorption capacity of the natural environment, paying particular attention to the following areas—
(i)wetlands;
(ii)coastal zones;
(iii)mountain and forest areas;
(iv)nature reserves and national parks;
(v)areas classified or protected under legislation (including European sites);
(vi)areas in which environmental quality standards laid down in any legislation of the Communities have already been exceeded;
(vii)densely populated areas; and
(viii)landscapes of historical, cultural or archaeological significance.
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