7. Frequently asked questions

Do I need to make sure that the new owner of my business has made himself known to the authorities?

Yes, because failure to declare a new operator responsible for soil pollution can have serious consequences for the former operator. Indeed, in the absence of a declaration, the former operator retains this status in the eyes of the authorities, despite the existence of a contract for the sale of his facilities to another company.

Do I have to declare a change of activity with low environmental impact?

Yes, the operator is required to declare any changes to his activities that are likely to result in a significant change to the elements of the initial file. Changes leading to a reduction in pollution and nuisance, or a reduction in the scope of activity, must also be taken into account.

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