Hazardous Installations and COMAH Directive Requirements

There are specific requirements in respect of polluting and potentially polluting uses, and special or hazardous wastes. The COMAH Directive (EU Directive 96/82/EC) came into force on 3rd February 1999 and requires development plans to consider the location of hazardous installations. Specifically, development plans must consider the need to maintain an appropriate distance between establishments where hazardous substances are present and residential areas, areas of public use or areas of nature conservation interest.