The integration of EIA and planning in New Zealand: changing process and practice
- 1 January 1993
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Environmental Planning and Management
- Vol. 36 (2), 239-251
- https://doi.org/10.1080/09640569308711942
Abstract
The Resource Management Act, passed in 1991, has significantly revised the practice of Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) in New Zealand. In contrast to a previous emphasis on environmental impact reports of major projects, the new requirements call for environmental impact assessment of all resource consent applications and of all regional, district and city policies and plans. This signals a change directed at incorporating environmental considerations into day‐to‐day planning decisions, with the purpose of achieving sustainable management. The paper identifies and discusses some key issues which are critical for successful integration of EIA within a planning framework.Keywords
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