Genehmigungen nach Artikel 6 (3) der Habitat-Richtlinie

This report examines how European countries apply Article 6(3) of the Habitats Directive to non-energy extractive industry (NEEI) activities like quarrying and open-cast mining. It provides guidance for permit writers and inspectors and explores the potential impacts of NEEI on nature and wildlife. It also discusses the importance of strategic planning and management plans, assessment criteria, permitting, monitoring, inspection, and restoration after exploration. The report was created by the IMPEL network and is based on a questionnaire, meetings, and a workshop with experts from various European countries.

This report provides guidance on inspecting quarries and open-cast mining activities in or near Natura 2000 sites. It explains different inspection types and explores methodologies for compliance inspections of land use, with examples from Portugal and Croatia. The report also provides examples of best practices and inspection procedures, including:123

This document explores how the IRAM tool can be adjusted for planning inspections of nature protected sites