Frequently Asked Questions we meet with

A comprehensive EIA, known as the mandatory assessment, is necessary if the proposed activity surpasses the threshold values outlined in Part A of Annex 8 of Act No. 24/2006 Coll. If the proposed activity aligns with the threshold values in Part B of Annex 8, the proponent only needs to conduct a screening procedure (simplified EIA).

An EIA plan must be drafted if the proposed activity reaches the threshold values specified in Part A (mandatory assessment) or Part B (screening procedure) according to Annex 8 of Act No. 24/2006 Coll. Additionally, if the proposed activity, either alone or in combination with another, is likely to significantly impact the territory within the system of protected areas, or if it falls under special regulations on preventing major industrial accidents, an EIA plan is required.

The screening procedure typically lasts between 3 and 6 months, depending on factors such as the nature of the proposed activity, its impacts, and the involvement of authorities, municipalities, and other stakeholders.

We specialize in providing end-to-end management of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) procedure, ensuring a comprehensive and seamless experience. Our process begins with preparing initial documents such as the EIA plan, change notice, and assessment report. We then expertly draft supplementary documents and opinions, liaise with authorities, actively participate in public hearings, and collaborate with competent individuals to obtain expert opinions when necessary. Our commitment extends to guiding clients through every step, culminating in the submission of the final report or the decision of the screening procedure issued by the competent authority.

Every business, including self-employed individuals, municipalities, and towns, is obligated to keep records of waste. This requirement applies to any entity whose activities generate waste, regardless of the quantity, starting from as little as 1 gram.

Waste records are maintained continuously, with a minimum requirement of once a month for regularly generated waste. If waste is generated occasionally, records should be made at the moment of its generation.

A company is obligated to prepare an annual waste declaration if at least one of the following conditions is met: 1. The waste holder handles more than 50 kg of hazardous waste in aggregate annually. 2. The waste holder handles more than 1 tonne of other waste in aggregate per year. 3. The waste generated is a waste listed in Annex 3 of the Decree of the Ministry of the Environment of the Slovak Republic No. 366/2015 Coll., irrespective of its quantity.

No, mixing waste requires the waste producer to obtain consent from the competent waste management authority, as per Section 97(1)(i) of Act No. 79/2015 Coll. This is necessary when collecting waste without prior sorting, especially if sorting and separate collection are not possible or expedient considering the subsequent method of recovery or disposal.