substantial change

Defined in Article 2, Directive 2008/1/EC

Uses as of 01/07/2012

Definitions over time (1)

1. 25/06/2009 – today applies on 01/07/2012 Article 2, Directive 2008/1/EC Scope: Whole act

   For the purposes of this Directive the following definitions shall apply:

   ‘substantial change’ means a change in operation which, in the opinion of the competent authority, may have significant negative effects on human beings or the environment; for the purposes of this definition, any change to or extension of an operation shall be deemed to be substantial if the change or extension in itself meets the thresholds, if any, set out in Annex I;

Used in (9 places in 8 provisions on 01/07/2012)

Directive 2008/1/EC (9 in 8)

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