Resources 'European Union'
The definition of the public concerned – Individuals living 5 km from an incineration plant and thus at risk of being affected by air pollution were allowed to appeal the permit decision for that…
The definition of public concerned (neighbours) – Neighbours cannot appeal decisions which only concern the public interest as their individual interest is not affected.
NGO standing (art. 2, 6 and 9) - National legislation cannot limit the opportunity to appeal decisions likely to have significant effects on the environment to those alleging impairment of an…
NGO standing (art. 2, 6 and 9) - National legislation could not limit standing for non-governmental organizations promoting environmental protection to organizations having at least 2000 members.
Article 115 of the Satversme obliges the public authorities, including local governments, to ensure implementation of the right to live in a benevolent environment. This includes the conduct of…
The State shall ensure that public authorities assist and provide guidance to the public in seeking access to information, in facilitating participation in decision-making and in seeking access to…
NGO standing (Art. 2, 7 and 9) - Legal standing of environmental associations and environmental interests affected by entrusting external subjects with building duties.
Access to Justice – After hearing the Court of Justice of the EU, the Belgian Constitutional Court annulled a number of permits that were delivered by a Decree from the Walloon Parliament, as they…
NGO standing – National environmental organisation, although not officially inserted in the list of recognized entities under the law, can be granted access to justice, on the basis of the discretion…
Access to environmental information and public participation in decision-making procedures for environmental NGOs.
