Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement
Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement
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Would someone mind explaining the difference between an Environmental Assessment (Phase 1) and an Environmental Impact Statement?
Thanks!
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RE: Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement
I've never done an environmental impact statement (EIS), but from my understanding, they are required during the design phase of project with sensitive areas (i.e., wetlands, oceans, lakes, etc.). For example, Giants Stadium that was built most likely required an EIS because it was being built in the swamps. You'd probably have to do several environmental studies such as a noise, fish, bats, etc. I've heard the budgets for EIS are 6 figures. Not cheap and usually the owner tries to change the project to avoid drafting the EIS.
RE: Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement
RE: Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement
An Environmental Impact Statement is an assessment, typically for the influence of a large site or multiple site development on its neighbors or the region and incorporates things such as the impact of a development on the efficacy of the surrounding green areas, wildlife, quality of life, downstream runoff and other direct environmental impact.
RE: Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement
RE: Environmental Assessment vs. Impact Statement