It is important to understand that the information you are providing will be used as part of the review of your application. The information is necessary to explain to the director the proposed activity and its anticipated effects within and on the environment over the life span of the activity. Submitting sufficient information to make a decision at the time of the application improves the speed of the application review process for approval and the eventual approval, if issued. Applicants are encouraged to use appropriate expertise of specialists in areas where the applicant’s knowledge alone is not adequate to address the environmental issues.
The applicant is responsible to ensure that information submitted to the government is accurate and reliable and will represent the person responsible for the activity. In ongoing interactions with AEPA and the AER both during the application process, and in long-term operation, the person responsible may also choose to be represented by an agent provided written confirmation of this is received by the department. The application forms a critical reference for any Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act approval that may be granted.
If the application is approved, it will be subject to the standard conditions outlined in the Industrial Heartland Designated Industrial Zone Directive. Applicants should familiarize themselves with the contents of this directive.
This form is for new project applications only. Once you complete the form, you will be provided with an email that includes the form data and a confirmation number. If you have additional attachments, submit them by email to EPEA.WA.Applications@aer.ca, quoting the confirmation number.
