Instructions for filling out the detailed environmental permit application form

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Sample application for environmental permits is an important tool to help businesses ensure compliance with legal regulations on environmental protection. Filling out the application completely and accurately not only helps the approval process go smoothly, but also demonstrates the business’s commitment to social responsibility and sustainable development. Detailed instructions will help you complete your application easily, save time and avoid errors.

Sample application for environmental permit according to current regulations
Sample application for environmental permit according to current regulations

What does the application for an Environmental Permit include?

According to Article 43 of the Law on Environmental Protection 2020, the application file for an environmental permit requires three main components. And preparing complete documents according to regulations plays a decisive role in the approval process.

Specifically, profile components include:

  • Written request for environmental permit;
  • Report proposing environmental licensing;
  • Other legal and technical documents of investment projects, facilities, concentrated production, business, service zones, and industrial clusters.

Note:

  1. The main content of the environmental licensing proposal report is detailed in Article 28 of Decree 08/2022/ND-CP.
  2. Other legal and technical documents of investment projects, facilities, concentrated production, business, service zones, and industrial clusters are prescribed as follows:
  • For investment projects not subject to environmental impact assessment: a copy of the feasibility study report or documents equivalent to the feasibility study report of the investment project according to the provisions of the Law on Investment, Law on Public Investment, Law on Public-Private Partnership, and Law on Construction;
  • For investment projects and facilities not regulated in point a of this clause: project owners and facilities are not required to submit other legal and technical documents in the application for an environmental permit.
Documents needed to prepare when applying for an environmental permit
Documents needed to prepare when applying for an environmental permit

Latest environmental permit application form

Decree 08/2022/ND-CP and Circular No. 02/2022/TT-BTC have issued detailed regulations on the issuance of Environmental Permits. In particular, the application form for an Environmental Permit (Appendix XIII of Decree 08/2022/ND-CP) is designed to help organizations and individuals easily complete the permit application process effectively, and fast. Using this form helps businesses prepare and present documents clearly, ensuring complete information as required by competent authorities.

Details of the application form for an Environmental Permit can be found here:

>>> Reference: APPLICATION FORM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PERMIT

Detailed instructions for filling out the environmental permit application form

When preparing an application for an environmental permit, businesses need to completely and accurately fill in the information according to the prescribed form. Below are detailed instructions on the sections that need to be filled out in the application to ensure accuracy and completeness that you should pay attention to:

1. Header information:

  • Name of investor or facility: Fill in the full name of the organization or individual responsible for implementing the project.
  • Number: Enter the request document number (if any).
  • Regarding: Select and clearly state the appropriate content (new issue/adjustment/reissue) of the project or facility’s environmental permit.

2. Text title:

  • Place and date: Fill in the place and time of writing the application.
  • To: Enter the name of the authority that has the authority to issue the environmental permit for the project or facility (for example, the Department of Natural Resources and Environment of a specific province/city).

3. Main content:

Basic information about the project owner/facility:

  • Write the full name of (1) (investor or facility), clearly state the relevant group or appendix as prescribed in Decree 08/2022/ND-CP.
  • In case of applying for an adjustment or re-issuance of a license, clearly state the old license number (if any) and date of issue.

Head office address: Provide the specific address of the business or organization responsible for implementing the project, including house number, street name, ward/commune, district/district, province/city.

Location of project or facility: Provide accurate information about project implementation locations.

Investment certificate or business license: Record the certificate number and date of issue (if any).

Legal representative: Fill in full name, position, phone number, fax number (if any), and email address of the legal representative of the project or facility owner.

Contact person information during the procedure: Record detailed information of the person in charge during the application process, including full name, position, phone number, and email address (if different from the legal representative).

In case of applying for adjustment of environmental permit (if any): Clearly state the reason and content that needs to be adjusted compared to the old license.

4. List of attached documents:

  • 01 copy of Report proposing issuance/re-issuance of environmental permit.
  • Feasibility study report or equivalent document (if not subject to environmental impact assessment).
  • Decision to approve the environmental impact assessment report or equivalent document (if applicable).

5. Commitment:

  • The legal representative of the organization, business or individual applying for a license needs to sign, clearly state full name, position and stamp (if any). Commit to ensuring the truthfulness and accuracy of the information and documents in the file.

Notes when filling out the form:

  • Items (1), (2), (3) need to be filled in with accurate information as required, ensuring compliance with the reality of the project/facility.
  • In cases of applying for adjustment of environmental permits, the content and specific reasons must be clearly stated.
  • It is necessary to carefully check the information before submitting to avoid errors or missing information.

Consulting services and support for drafting documents for environmental permits in Long Phan

When applying for an environmental permit, using professional consulting services is a tool for businesses to ensure stable, effective and sustainable operations. Long Phan is proud to be a reliable partner, accompanying businesses in all aspects of the process of applying for environmental permits. Specifically,

Our effective and comprehensive consulting and support services include:

  • Evaluate needs and appropriate license type.
  • Instructions for filling out the application form accurately.
  • Provide necessary documents and forms.
  • Perform analysis and prepare EIA reports.
  • Ensure documents comply with regulations.
  • Representative submits and monitors the approval process.
  • Resolve problems that arise.
  • Consulting on current environmental regulations.
  • Support businesses to adjust operations according to new regulations.
  • Consulting and supporting businesses to comply with environmental requirements helps businesses understand the responsibilities they need to fulfill and minimize risks.
  • Track application processing progress and return results quickly.
Professional consulting and support services at Long Phan
Professional consulting and support services at Long Phan

If you need support with procedures for applying for an environmental permit, please contact Long Phan immediately via the hotline 0906735386. Our team of experts will advise you in detail and assist you in completing your application quickly and according to regulations. Long Phan commits to accompanying businesses throughout the process of implementing environmental procedures.