Why does environmental activity classification matter?
Classifying an activity environmentally helps identify the procedures and technical requirements a project is subject to when applying for an environmental permit.
The requirements depend on the activity's classification at the National Center for Environmental Compliance, not on the establishment's size or the name of its commercial activity alone.
Category One: activities with low environmental impact
The Category One construction permit service describes this category as having a low environmental impact.
Its published requirements include submitting an Environmental Management Plan prepared by a service provider licensed by the Center, in addition to the other documents and requirements specified for the service.
Category Two: activities with medium environmental impact
The Category Two construction permit service card states that it is intended for activities and projects with a medium environmental impact.
It requires submitting a Category Two Environmental Impact Assessment prepared by a service provider licensed by the Center, with an undertaking to implement the study's findings and recommendations, and meeting the other requirements.
Category Three
The Category Three construction permit requirements include submitting an Environmental Impact Assessment scoping report, followed by the Category Three Environmental Impact Assessment, according to the Center's approved procedures.
The Add Activity service states that the study is submitted after the Center approves the study scope.
Can the category be determined from the commercial activity alone?
The final classification should not be assumed from the trade name or from an undocumented estimate.
The reference is the activity classification approved by the Center and the related classification procedures.
How should an establishment prepare?
Start by identifying the actual activity you want to carry out, the project location, and whether it is in the construction or operation stage, then review the activity classification service and its related services.
This helps determine whether an Environmental Management Plan, an Environmental Impact Assessment or other officially specified documents are required.
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