10 Amendments of Maria Gabriela ZOANĂ related to 2018/0138(COD)
Amendment 20 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 1
Recital 1
(1) Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council22 sets out a common framework for the creation of state-of-the-art, interoperable networks for the development of the internal market which should also take into account the development dynamics of the transport sector and of new technologies in the future. The trans-European transport networks (TEN- T) have a dual layer structure: the comprehensive network ensures connectivity of all regions of the Union whereas the core network consists of those elements of the network which are of the highest strategic importance for the Union. Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 defines binding completion targets for implementation, with the core network to be completed by 2030 and the comprehensive network by 2050. _________________ 22 Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2013 on Union guidelines for the development of the trans-European transport network and repealing Decision No 661/2010/EU (OJ L 348, 20.12.2013, p. 1).
Amendment 21 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) Notwithstanding the necessity and binding timelines, experience has shown that many investments aiming to complete the TEN-T are confronted with complex permit granting procedures, cross-border procurement procedures and other procedures. A single framework should therefore be introduced to monitor the synchronisation of procedures across cross-border projects. This situation jeopardises the on time implementation of projects and in many cases results in significant delays and increased costs. In order to address these issues and make synchronised TEN-T completion possible,, harmonised action is necessary at Union level.
Amendment 22 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 2
Recital 2
(2) Notwithstanding the necessity and binding timelines, experience has shown that many investments aiming to complete the TEN-T are confronted with complexslow and cumbersome permit granting procedures, cross-border procurement procedures and other complex procedures. This situation jeopardises the on time implementation of projects and in many cases results in significant delays and increased costs. In order to address these issues and make synchronised TEN-T completion possible,, harmonised action is necessary at Union level.
Amendment 23 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) In the legal frameworks of many Member States priority treatment is given to certain project categories based on their strategic importance for the economy. Priority treatment is characterised by shorter timelines, simultaneous procedures or limited timeframes for appeals while ensuring that the objectives of other horizontal policies are also reached. When such a framework exists within a national legal framework, it should automatically apply to Union projects recognised as projects of common interest under Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013, so as to enable the key objectives of such projects to be met at a pan-European level.
Amendment 24 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 3
Recital 3
(3) In the legal frameworks of many Member States priority treatment is given to certain project categories based on their strategic importance for the economy. Priority treatment is characterised by shorter timelines, simultaneous, simplified procedures or limited timeframes for appeals while ensuring that the objectives of other horizontal policies are also reached. When such a framework exists within a national legal framework, it should automatically apply to Union projects recognised as projects of common interest under Regulation (EU) No 1315/2013.
Amendment 26 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 5
Recital 5
(5) Core network projects should be supported by integrated permit granting procedures to make clear, transparent and cohesive management of the overall procedure possible and to provide a single entry point for investors. Member States should designate a competent authority in accordance with their national legal frameworks and administrative set-ups.
Amendment 28 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 6
Recital 6
(6) The establishment of a single competent authority at national level integrating all permit granting procedures (one-stop shop) should reduce the complexity, improve the efficiency and increase the transparency of the procedures so as to enable the projects to be efficiently implemented and the set objectives to be attained. It should also enhance the cooperation between Member States where appropriate. The procedures should promote a real cooperation between investors and the single competent authority and should therefore allow for the scoping in the pre-application phase of the permit granting procedure. Such scoping should be integrated in the detailed application outline and follow the procedure set out in Article 5(2) of 2011/92/EU, as amended by Directive 2014/52/EU.
Amendment 32 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 10
Recital 10
(10) Cross-border TEN-T infrastructure projects face particular challenges as regards the coordination of permit granting procedures. TIn order to avoid delays in the cross-border implementation of these projects, the European Coordinators should be empowered to monitor these procedures and to facilitate their synchronisation and completion.
Amendment 36 #
Proposal for a regulation
Recital 13
Recital 13
(13) The implementation of infrastructure projects on the TEN-T core network should be also supported by Commission guidelines that bring more clarity as regards the implementation of certain types of projects while respecting the Union acquis and striking a balance between development needs and the EU's climate change goals. For example the Action Plan for nature, people and the economy23 foresees such guidance to bring more clarity in view of respecting the Birds and Habitats Directives. Direct support related to public procurement should be made available for projects of common interests to ensure the best value for public money24 . Additionally, appropriate technical assistance should be made available under the mechanisms developed for the Multi-Annual Financial Framework 2021-2027, with the aim of providing financial support for TEN-T projects of common interest. _________________ 23 24COM(2017) 198 final. COM(2017) 198 final. 24 COM(2017) 573 final COM(2017) 573 final.
Amendment 44 #
Proposal for a regulation
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
Article 5 – paragraph 2 – subparagraph 1 – point c a (new)
(ca) the responsible authority shall coordinate with the Member States on cross-border projects