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3. Criteria for Assessing the Effects of Neighbourhood Development Plans

3.1 Criteria for determining the likely significance of effects referred to in Article 3(5) of Directive
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2001/42/EC are set out below :
1. The characteristics of plans and programmes, having regard, in particular, to:

x the degree to which the plan or programme sets a framework for projects and other
activities, either with regard to the location, nature, size and operating conditions or by
allocating resources,

x the degree to which the plan or programme influences other plans and programmes
including those in a hierarchy,

x the relevance of the plan or programme for the integration of environmental considerations
in particular with a view to promoting sustainable development,

x environmental problems relevant to the plan or programme,
x the relevance of the plan or programme for the implementation of Community legislation
on the environment (e.g. plans and programmes linked to waste-management or water
protection).
2. Characteristics of the effects and of the area likely to be affected, having regard, in particular, to:

x the probability, duration, frequency and reversibility of the effects,

x the cumulative nature of the effects,
x the transboundary nature of the effects,

x the risks to human health or the environment (e.g. due to accidents),

x the magnitude and spatial extent of the effects (geographical area and size of the
population likely to be affected),

x the value and vulnerability of the area likely to be affected due to:

x special natural characteristics or cultural heritage,
x exceeded environmental quality standards or limit values,

x intensive land-use,

x the effects on areas or landscapes which have a recognised national, Community or
international protection status.

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Source: Annex II of SEA Directive 2001/42/EC

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