Environmental Clearance Categorization

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What is the validity period for an Environmental Clearance (EC) granted for a residential township project?

  • 15 years
  • 5 years
  • 7 years
  • 10 years (correct)

A construction project with a built-up area of 100,000 sq.m. falls under which category?

  • Category B1 (correct)
  • Exempted projects
  • Category A
  • Category B2

Which type of clearance is required for a construction project with a built-up area of 40,000 sq.m?

  • No clearance required
  • Environmental Clearance without EIA Report (correct)
  • Clearance from local authorities only
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report

Which of the following is NOT included in the 'built-up area' of a building project?

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Which condition applies to industrial sheds that fall under Note 2 of the schedule?

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What is the maximum time the regulatory authority has to grant or reject Environmental Clearance (EC) for a Category B1 project?

<p>45 days (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A project requiring a Detailed Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report will fall under which category?

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What is the primary factor determining if a project falls under Category B1 or B2?

<p>The built-up area and land area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A construction project with a built-up area of 1,75,000 sq.m. and a land area of 60 hectares would be classified as:

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What is the minimum requirement for a project to be classified as Category B2?

<p>A built-up area of 20,000 sq.m. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Environmental Clearance Time Limit

The regulatory authority has 45 days to grant or reject Environmental Clearance (EC).

EC Validity for Area Development

Environmental Clearance (EC) for Area Development projects and Townships is valid for 10 years.

Category B2 Projects

Building and construction projects with a built-up area of 20,000 to less than 1,50,000 sq.m fall under Category B2.

B2 Built-up Area Range

The built-up area range for Category B2 projects is 20,000 sq.m to 50,000 sq.m.

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B2 Clearance Requirements

Category B2 projects require Environmental Clearance without a full EIA report.

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Category B1 Projects

Category B1 includes projects with an area of 50 hectares or a built-up area ≥ 1,50,000 sq.m.

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B1 Additional Requirement

Category B1 projects require a Detailed Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Report.

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Built-up Area Definition

In construction, 'built-up area' includes all covered areas on floors, including basements.

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Note 2 Condition for Industrial Sheds

Under Note 2, industrial sheds are excluded from the project scope.

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B1 vs B2 Primary Criterion

Projects are categorized into B1 or B2 based on their area and built-up size.

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Study Notes

Environmental Clearance Categorization

  • Time Limit for EC Grant/Rejection: The regulatory authority has 45 days to grant or reject prior Environmental Clearance (EC).

  • Validity of EC for Area Development/Townships: Environmental Clearance for Area Development projects and Townships is valid for 10 years.

  • Category B2 Project Size: Building and construction projects with a built-up area between 20,000 sq.m. and less than 1,50,000 sq.m. fall under Category B2.

  • Category B2 Project Types: Industrial sheds, educational institutions, hospitals, and hostels with a built-up area between 20,000 sq.m. and 50,000 sq.m. fall under Category B2.

  • Clearance Required for Category B2 Projects: Category B2 projects require Environmental Clearance without a detailed EIA report.

  • Category B1 Project Criteria: Projects covering 50 hectares or having a built-up area of 1,50,000 sq.m. or more are classified as Category B1.

  • Additional Requirement for Category B1 Projects: Category B1 projects require a Detailed Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report.

  • Built-Up Area Definition: Built-up area includes covered areas on all floors, including basements and service areas.

  • Exclusions for Industrial Sheds: Industrial sheds are excluded from the specified project categories (Note 2).

  • Categorization Criteria: Projects are categorized based on their built-up area and potential environmental impact.

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