8. Glossary

Operator

Natural or legal person, under public or private law, holder or applicant of the operating permit

Administrative judge

Judge competent to deal with disputes between private parties (individuals, private companies, associations, etc.) and public-sector entities (notably the State and local authorities); designates the administrative court (1 ^er level of jurisdiction), the administrative courts of appeal (2nd level of jurisdiction), the Conseil d'État (3rd level of jurisdiction).