Sch 4 para 5 Matters to be considered in reaching a scoping opinion
In reaching a scoping opinion, the appropriate authority must take into account — (a) the specific characteristics of the project , including its location and technical capacity ; (b) the nature and purpose of regulated activities of the type concerned in the project; (c) the environmental features likely to be affected by the project; and (d) any information provided by the applicant about the project and the regulated activity.