Environmental Significance Opinion

Environmental Significance Opinion

A plain English explanation of this ACT planning and property term.

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Legal Meaning

A formal opinion issued by a relevant agency (the Conservator of Flora and Fauna, the ACT Heritage Council or the Authority) displaying that a proposal is unlikely to have a significant adverse environmental impact. The opinion would include a description of the development, the decision, and any conditions that need to be met.

Plain English

A formal decision from the relevant ACT government agency confirming that a proposed development is unlikely to cause significant harm to the environment. It explains what is being proposed, the decision made, and any conditions that must be followed.