Hagersville Master Servicing Plan Update

Exempt Projects

Formerly known as Schedule A and A+ projects, these projects are exempt from the requirements of the EAA. They are generally limited in scale and have minimal adverse effects on the environment.

Eligible to be Screened to Exemption 

These projects are eligible for exemption based on the results of a screening process. If as a result of the screening process the project is not exempt, the applicable schedule B or C assessment process must be completed. Proponents can also choose at the outset to not follow a screening process and just complete the applicable B or C process.

Schedule B 

These projects have the potential for some adverse environmental effects. As part of the process, the proponent is required to consult and a Project File Report must be prepared and made available for review by the public, government agencies and Indigenous Communities.

Schedule C 

These projects have the potential for more significant environmental effects than a Schedule B project and must proceed through the full planning and documentation process, including consultation. An Environmental Study Report must be prepared and made available for review by the public, government agencies and Indigenous Communities.

Phase 1: Identify the problem (deficiency) or opportunity.

Phase 2: Identify alternative solutions to address the problem or opportunity by taking into consideration the existing environment, and establish the preferred solution taking into account public, Indigenous Community and review agency input. At this point, determine the appropriate Schedule for the undertaking (see Appendix 1) and document decisions in a Project File Report for Schedule B projects, or proceed through the Phases 3 and 4 for Schedule C projects.

Phase 3: Examine alternative methods of implementing the preferred solution, based upon the existing environment, public, Indigenous Community and review agency input, anticipated environmental effects and methods of minimizing negative effects and maximizing positive effects.

Phase 4: Document, in an Environmental Study Report a summary of the rationale, and the planning, design and consultation process of the project as established through the above Phases, and make such documentation available for review by agencies, Indigenous Communities and the public.

Phase 5: Complete contract drawings and documents and proceed to construction and operation; monitor construction for adherence to environmental provisions and commitments. Where special conditions dictate, also monitor the operation of the completed facilities.