Order No. 283 of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology validating documentation, documents, materials and conclusions submitted as part of documents and (or) documentation for the state environmental audit of objects of the state environmental audit.

The document primarily addresses the procedural and regulatory requirements for environmental impact assessments (EIAs) related to various types of construction, reconstruction, and operational projects. It emphasizes the approval process for submitted documents, materials, and opinions in accordance with federal laws. The scope includes projects involving state environmental facilities, especially those of particular danger, technical complexity, or uniqueness, as well as projects affecting aquatic biological resources, artificial land construction on waters owned by the federation, and facilities within protected natural areas. The document also details the types of project documentation required, including environmental impact assessments, expert conclusions, and discussion materials, and specifies conditions under which certain projects, like those in the Arctic or Baikal regions, are subject to particular regulations or exemptions. Key measures outlined include the requirement for project documentation, environmental assessments, and expert conclusions for a broad range of projects, including capital construction, waste disposal facilities, artificial land projects, and infrastructure such as petrol stations and ports. The document stipulates the need for harmonization of activities, approval of project documents, and compliance with legislation concerning environmental protection, water resources, and subsoil use. It also highlights the importance of procedural steps such as discussion materials, lists of changes, and coordination with relevant competent authorities. Specific provisions address projects with potential environmental impacts, including those related to hazardous facilities, nuclear activities, and import/export of radiological materials. Implementation mechanisms involve the submission of comprehensive project documentation, environmental impact assessments, expert conclusions, and discussion materials, with specified timelines and institutional responsibilities. The document underscores procedural considerations such as the need for harmonization decisions, non-registration documents, and approvals from federal and regional authorities. Secondary themes include the regulation of projects within protected natural areas, the role of federal targeted programs, and the involvement of stakeholders through discussion and review processes, all aimed at ensuring environmental safety and compliance within the legal framework.