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Geo Costa Rica · Institutional procedures and permits

Environmental permits and technical procedures in Costa Rica

We prepare technical studies and documentation and provide support throughout institutional procedures to facilitate project development and regulatory compliance in Costa Rica.

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Initial assessment We review the project to identify the applicable procedures.
Technical support We prepare studies, plans, reports and required documentation.
Institutional support We assist with the submission and follow-up of procedures.
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Environmental assessment and compliance

National Environmental Technical Secretariat · SETENA

We assist with the preparation of studies, forms and technical documentation required for environmental assessment procedures before SETENA, from the initial stages of a project through the monitoring of environmental commitments.

Environmental approval and management

Procedures before SETENA

We assess the characteristics of each project to identify the applicable technical documentation and support its submission before the National Environmental Technical Secretariat.

Initial environmental assessment Project review and preparation of the corresponding environmental assessment instruments.
Environmental studies Preparation of technical studies and assessments required according to the characteristics of the project.
Procedure management and follow-up Support during submission, review and follow-up of the environmental file.
Environmental compliance Follow-up of environmental commitments, environmental supervision and measures associated with project development.
Form D1 Forms D4, D5 and D6 Environmental Impact Assessment · EIA Environmental Management Plan · EMP Project georeferencing Environmental supervision Environmental compensation plans
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Groundwater and aquifer protection

National Groundwater, Irrigation and Drainage Service · SENARA

We prepare studies, technical assessments and documentation to address requirements related to groundwater, aquifer vulnerability, well drilling and the hydrogeological conditions of development projects.

Hydrogeological management

Procedures before SENARA

We analyze the hydrogeological conditions of the site and prepare the technical information required for consultations, assessments, certifications and other procedures related to the protection and sustainable use of groundwater resources.

Hydrogeological assessments General or detailed evaluations according to site conditions and the specific requirements of the project.
Aquifer protection Assessment of vulnerability, protection zones and conditions affecting land use and development.
Wells and groundwater Studies and documentation for drilling, certifications and management of groundwater sources.
Technical site assessment Interpretation of hydrogeological conditions and application of groundwater protection criteria for the project site.
Groundwater Management Aquifer Protection Irrigation and Drainage General Technical Assessment Detailed Technical Assessment Well and Spring Certifications Hydrogeological Studies Generic Protection Matrix Well Drilling
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Water use and resource permitting

Water Directorate

We provide technical support for the permitting and legal use of groundwater and surface water resources, preparing studies, field information and documentation according to the characteristics of each project.

Water resource management

Procedures before the Water Directorate

We provide technical guidance for permits and concessions related to water use, taking into account the characteristics of the source, the intended use and the applicable institutional requirements.

Well drilling permit Preparation and review of the technical information required to apply for the drilling of a new groundwater well.
Water concession Support for the legal use of water from wells, springs or surface water sources.
Hydraulic power concession Procedures related to the use of water flow as an energy source for productive activities or specific projects.
Technical studies and documentation Flow measurements, hydrogeological information, mapping and other technical inputs required to support applications.
Well Drilling Water Concession River and Spring Flow Measurement
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Mineral resources and material extraction

Geology and Mines Directorate

We provide technical support for procedures related to the exploration, extraction and processing of mineral resources and construction materials, preparing geological, territorial and cartographic information to support the corresponding applications.

Geological and mining management

Procedures before the Geology and Mines Directorate

We support the preparation of studies and technical documentation for projects involving material extraction, mining concessions and other activities regulated by the Geology and Mines Directorate.

Mining concessions Preparation of technical information for mineral exploration and resource extraction projects.
Public watercourse extraction Studies and documentation related to the extraction of materials from regulated public watercourses.
Processing plant installation Technical support for crushing, screening and processing facilities for aggregates and other mineral materials.
Geological and cartographic information Preparation of maps, territorial analyses and technical documentation required to support the application process.
Mining
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Health compliance and operating requirements

Ministry of Health

We support businesses, facilities and development projects in the preparation of technical documentation and sanitary requirements needed for operation and compliance before the Ministry of Health.

Health compliance management

Procedures before the Ministry of Health

We provide guidance on sanitary requirements and technical documentation for commercial, tourism, industrial and service establishments, as well as other activities subject to health regulations.

Sanitary Operating Permit Review and preparation of technical requirements associated with the sanitary operation of establishments and activities.
Emergency Response Plans Preparation and organization of information for emergency response according to the characteristics of the activity.
Integrated Waste Management Preparation of documentation for the proper handling, storage and management of waste generated by the activity.
Sanitary assessment and documentation Review of facility conditions and preparation of technical documentation for inspections and institutional requirements.
Location of Water Treatment Systems
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Natural hazards and site assessment

National Emergency Commission · CNE

We prepare technical studies to identify natural hazards and site conditions that may affect the safety, location or development of projects, providing technical information to address risk management requirements.

Risk management

Studies and requirements related to the CNE

We evaluate the geological, geomorphological and hydrometeorological conditions of the site to identify hazards that may affect the development of works, activities or projects.

Geological risk assessment Analysis of site conditions and natural hazards that may affect the safety or development of a project.
Slope stability assessment Evaluation of slopes, terrain gradients and conditions that may contribute to instability processes.
Faulting and volcanic activity Analysis of geological and tectonic conditions relevant to project safety and planning.
Hydrometeorological hazards Assessment of conditions associated with flooding, runoff, watercourses and other water-related processes.
Natural Hazards
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Sanitation and water resource protection

Costa Rican Institute of Aqueducts and Sewerage · AyA

We prepare technical studies and documentation for projects that must demonstrate adequate sanitation conditions, particularly when connection to a public sanitary sewer system is not available.

Sanitation management

Studies and procedures related to AyA

We analyze the hydrogeological and sanitary conditions of the site to provide technical support for individual treatment solutions and other procedures involving projects without access to public sanitary sewer infrastructure.

Sanitary sewer exemption Preparation of technical studies for projects that must justify an alternative solution where connection to the public sanitary sewer system is not available.
Hydrogeological assessment Analysis of subsurface and groundwater conditions associated with the proposed sanitation system.
Individual wastewater treatment systems Assessment of site conditions for wastewater treatment and disposal solutions.
Technical documentation Preparation of hydrogeological, sanitary and cartographic information required to support the procedure.
Sanitary Sewer Exemption
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Initial guidance

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