Environmental Management
Branch Expedited Reviews
What Are They and When Are They Used?
Have You Ever Received a Panicked Phone Call From a Client Who
Just Found Out they Need an Approved Strategy Before They Can Build
and the Contractor is Coming Next Week?
Just in case you have to deal with this situation here are some
guidelines to keep in mind for Expedited Review requests.
What is an Expedited Review? It is a request to
have an Approvals Specialist review a Nutrient Management Strategy
(NMS) on a priority basis. Expedited Reviews are approved only for
emergency situations beyond the control of the producer. Examples
include barn fires and severe weather damage. Expedited Reviews
will not be approved for NMS due to contractors scheduling, end
of funding programs, or end of building seasons. All producers are
awaiting their approvals, and it is only fair to review applications
in the order that they are received.
If a producer has an emergency situation such as a barn fire, the
consultant and producer may submit a Request for Expedited Review
form (available from your local Environmental Specialist). The form
should be accompanied by an explanation and proof of the emergency
event (such as the fire or police report). The Director will review
the application, and if approved, the NMS will be immediately assigned
to an Approvals Specialist for review.
In general, the Approvals Unit has been successful in cutting down
the time required for reviews and approvals. This also recognizes
the high level of professional preparation and development of the
NMS by the certified consultants.
Expedited Reviews will only be approved for emergency situations.
Requests must be accompanied by proof of the situation leading
up to the need for expedited review or "fast tracking".
For more information, please contact Jacqui Laporte at 519-482-1288
or jacqui.laporte@ontario.ca
