Cabinet Regulation No. 1082 validating the Procedure for applying for Category A, B and C polluting activities and issuing permits for Category A and B polluting activities.

This Cabinet Regulation primarily focuses on the regulatory framework for the issuance of permits for A and B category polluting activities, as outlined in the government regulations. Its objectives include ensuring compliance with environmental protection standards and facilitating public participation in the permitting process. Key legal principles include the application of best available techniques (BAT) for pollution control, as well as the requirement for detailed information dissemination to both the public and relevant authorities. The document specifies several critical measures, including the obligation for operators to provide translations of application texts in necessary languages and the preparation of detailed information regarding polluting activities. It mandates that the relevant environmental authority must send information about these activities to the competent institution of the affected state at least two months before issuing permits. Additionally, it outlines the need for public consultations and the involvement of experts in cases of cross-border pollution, with associated costs borne by the operators. The implementation plan includes a timeline for permit issuance and stipulates that decisions can be contested within one month of their enactment. The document emphasizes the importance of regular inspections by environmental inspectors and the need for comprehensive documentation, including summaries of public consultations and proposals from various stakeholders. It also highlights the necessity for operators to submit evaluations if deviations from BAT emission levels occur, ensuring accountability and compliance throughout the permit's validity period.