Regulation - LGIC
Proposed designation under the Environmental Assessment Act of the landfill site and waste transfer and processing expansion, located in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent
Regulation Number(s):
O. Reg. 284/24
Instrument Type:
Regulation - LGIC
Bill or Act:
Environmental Assessment Act, R.S.O. 1990
Summary of Decision:
Designation under the Environmental Assessment Act
The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ministry) heard the concerns raised by the public about York1 Environmental Waste Solutions Ltd.'s proposed project at the existing waste disposal site, formerly known as the Dresden Tile Yard, in the former Township of Camden, within the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
We recognize the potential impact that a project of this size could have on the local residents and the surrounding environment. That's why, after consulting with the public, we are requiring a comprehensive environmental assessment for the proposed project before it can be implemented.
The environmental assessment process requires the company to identify potential impacts from the proposed project, possible mitigation measures to address any impacts and opportunities for the local community to submit comments.
The project cannot be implemented unless approval is given by the Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and the Lieutenant Governor in Council for the project to proceed at the end of the environmental assessment process.
Implementation and Timelines
The proponent is required to fulfill the requirements under Part II.3 of the Environmental Assessment Act before it can proceed with implementing the project.
The regulation that designates this project was filed on June 28, 2024, and it comes into effect on filing.
The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (ministry) heard the concerns raised by the public about York1 Environmental Waste Solutions Ltd.'s proposed project at the existing waste disposal site, formerly known as the Dresden Tile Yard, in the former Township of Camden, within the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
We recognize the potential impact that a project of this size could have on the local residents and the surrounding environment. That's why, after consulting with the public, we are requiring a comprehensive environmental assessment for the proposed project before it can be implemented.
The environmental assessment process requires the company to identify potential impacts from the proposed project, possible mitigation measures to address any impacts and opportunities for the local community to submit comments.
The project cannot be implemented unless approval is given by the Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and the Lieutenant Governor in Council for the project to proceed at the end of the environmental assessment process.
Implementation and Timelines
The proponent is required to fulfill the requirements under Part II.3 of the Environmental Assessment Act before it can proceed with implementing the project.
The regulation that designates this project was filed on June 28, 2024, and it comes into effect on filing.
Analysis of Regulatory Impact:
Based on information available to the ministry and assumptions made at this time, the ministry estimates that costs of upwards of $2 million could apply to the proponent to complete a comprehensive environmental assessment for the project. A comprehensive environmental assessment could take approximately 4 years to complete depending on proponent timelines and any issues raised during the process. These values are based on best available estimates.
Costs and delays are anticipated as the regulation requires the proponent to complete a comprehensive environmental assessment process for the project, including undertaking studies and preparing Terms of Reference and environmental assessment submissions. The proponent must also undertake consultation in preparation of its Terms of Reference and comprehensive environmental assessment. The proponent may also be subject to administrative costs, as well as additional costs for compliance and monitoring.
The proponent cannot proceed with its project until it receives approval under Part II.3 of the Act.
Costs and delays are anticipated as the regulation requires the proponent to complete a comprehensive environmental assessment process for the project, including undertaking studies and preparing Terms of Reference and environmental assessment submissions. The proponent must also undertake consultation in preparation of its Terms of Reference and comprehensive environmental assessment. The proponent may also be subject to administrative costs, as well as additional costs for compliance and monitoring.
The proponent cannot proceed with its project until it receives approval under Part II.3 of the Act.
Further Information:
Link to Environmental Registry
Proposal Number:
24-MECP004
Posting Date:
March 26, 2024
Summary of Proposal:
See Environmental Registry Proposal Notice (019-8417)
Contact Address:
Effective Date:
June 28, 2024
Decision:
Approved