FAQ

What can one do when the time-limit for undertaking activities has already passed?: The time limits laid down by law cannot be exceeded. Appeals filed after expiry of the relevant deadline are rejected and pleadings are returned. In some cases, however, it is possible to request reinstatement of the deadline. An application must be filed within one week from the moment when the reason for failure to comply with the deadline ceased. In the application the party must substantiate its reasons for having been unable to have complied with the deadline. At the same time the party must actually file the appeal or the pleading.

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Easier to amend environmental decisions

It often happens that the plans for a project are modified after a decision on environmental conditions is issued but before issuance of a permit for the project itself (e.g. the building permit). Is it necessary to amend the environmental decision?
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Transfer of environmental permit to acquirer of installation is not the rule

When a company has been issued an environmental permit, e.g. to release particles into the atmosphere, may it freely assign its rights under the permit?
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Arbitration in Poland

Interest in arbitration is growing, due to its effectiveness, professionalism, confidentiality and speed—particularly important benefits for businesses. But the parties do not always take full advantage of the possibilities.
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