Art. 8 Cantonal Ordinance on Environmental Impact Assessment (KVUVP) - Assessment of Environmental Compatibility

1. The specialist department evaluates the report within four months. After receipt of all necessary documents for the evaluation, particularly the complete report and the opinions of the affected authorities, the specialist department has at least two months for the evaluation. For complex projects, the competent authority can appropriately extend these deadlines.

2. The evaluation by the specialist department includes, in particular

a) the essential statements of the report as well as information regarding its completeness and factual accuracy;

b) the results of the received opinions;

c) the presentation of any disagreements among different authorities;

d) the relevant legal bases;

e) the considerations on whether the facility complies with federal and cantonal regulations on environmental protection.

3. The specialist department communicates the result of its evaluation to the competent authority; if necessary, it proposes conditions and stipulations.

← Art. 7 KVUVP - Publication of the Report Cantonal Ordinance on Environmental Impact Assessment (KVUVP) - Scope Art. 9 KVUVP - Jurisdiction of a Federal Authority →