Environmental Assessment (EA) Process
Applicable Time Limits
Applicable time limits are subject to submission of correct and complete information based on applicable government regulations and guidelines.
Action Time |
Limit |
|---|---|
Acknowledgement of receipt of an application by CA or NEC |
Within 15 days |
Review by NEC or CA to assess adequacy of information in line with the norms, guideline, Act and Regulation |
1 to 3 months |
CA forward applications to NEC for non-listed projects and listed projects if it falls under section 17 of the regulation |
Within 15 days |
Screening to determine the level of EA required |
1 to 3 months |
If EA is required, the level and timeframe for the assessment will be determined through negotiations between relevant parties and approved by the NEC or CA |
Time frame to be negotiated |
Decision/response on the EC based on the findings of the EA report |
1 to 3 months |
Public notification on decision by the NEC or CA |
Within 15 days |
Appeal on the decision |
Within 30 days from the date of notification |
On approval of the clearance, a legal undertaking with the applicant to comply with the EA Act, 2000 |
10 days to 1 month |