7. Frequently asked questions

Do I need to make sure that the buyer of my business is authorized?

Yes, because in the event of a change of operator, the new operator of an AS facility is required to set up new financial guarantees, which must be appended to the application for authorization to change operator submitted to the Prefect. In the absence of a new authorization for the new operator, the former operator retains responsibility for the facility.

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 nuisances, or a reduction in the scope of activity, must also be taken into account.

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