The European Communities (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 1989, which implemented European Union Directive 85/337/EEC, established the framework for environmental impact assessments (EIAs) for certain public and private projects. The EIA Regulations 1989 require an assessment of the environmental impact of certain public and private projects before they are approved or consented to. The goal is to ensure that decisions are made with full knowledge of the environmental consequences of the projects.
Compliance with the EIA Regulations 1989 is crucial for businesses and public authorities to ensure that projects are approved with a full understanding of their environmental implications and that necessary measures are taken to minimise adverse effects on the environment.
