Planning and approval procedures for wind power and photovoltaics
ENACOM handles the entire planning and approval process for wind power, photovoltaic and battery storage projects in Germany. From regional planning and the BImSchG procedure through to readiness for construction.
Why project developers commission ENACOM with the approval process
Approval procedures do not fail because of the authorities, they fail because of poor preparation. ENACOM knows the requirements from more than 15 years of project development practice and actively accompanies procedures right through to approval.
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For whom approval management by ENACOM makes sense
ENACOM’s approval management is aimed at project developers who wish to initiate a BImSchG procedure or a development plan procedure for wind power or PV projects, investors who have taken over a project in the process of obtaining approval and are looking for expert support, as well as planning companies who wish to strengthen their approval capacities externally. ENACOM takes on procedures at every stage – from the scoping meeting to the granting of approval.
What ENACOM’s approval management includes
We coordinate all procedural steps from the application to environmental assessments, expert opinions and public interpretations to the final decision by the authorities. ENACOM acts as a central point of contact for authorities, experts and owners so that nothing is lost and procedures are not unnecessarily delayed.
How ENACOM supports your approval process
Structured, active and with a clear timetable. From the initiation of the process to the approval notice.
Process planning and application preparation
We analyze the approval framework, define the procedure and prepare all application documents in full – including the scoping meeting and coordination with the responsible authority.
Active process support
ENACOM coordinates experts, answers queries from the authorities, accompanies public consultations and manages the entire process – actively and with a complete overview.
Approval notice and readiness for construction
Once approval has been granted, we accompany the preparation for construction and hand over the project to the project development department or the investor – fully documented.
Frequently asked questions about the planning and approval process with ENACOM
Answers to the most important questions about BImSchG procedures, duration of procedures and cooperation with ENACOM.
How long does a BImSchG procedure for wind turbines take?
BImSchG procedures for wind turbines in Germany take an average of two to four years – depending on the federal state, the capacity of the authorities and the complexity of the site. ENACOM is actively working to speed up procedures through good preparation and close communication with the authorities.
Which approval procedures does ENACOM support?
We support BImSchG procedures for wind turbines, development plan and planning permission procedures for ground-mounted PV systems, regional planning procedures and modification and repowering procedures for existing systems.
Does ENACOM also take over ongoing approval procedures?
Yes, we also get involved in procedures that have already begun. Following a status analysis, we take over the management of the process and familiarize ourselves fully with the status quo – without any loss of time for the project.
Which expert opinions are typically required for a wind power licensing procedure?
Typically, noise reports, shadow flicker reports, avifaunistic reports, species protection assessments and EIA reports are required. ENACOM coordinates all experts and ensures that the documents are submitted in full and on time.
How does ENACOM deal with objections in the approval process?
Objections from the public participation process are professionally assessed, documented and objectively responded to by the authorities. ENACOM accompanies discussion meetings and ensures that all objections are dealt with correctly in the procedure.
Can ENACOM combine the approval process with site protection?
Yes, and we recommend it. If ENACOM takes care of both site security and the approval process, there is no need to hand over between different service providers and the project runs from a single source.
Professional support for your approval process
Whether new application, ongoing procedure or repowering. ENACOM takes over the entire approval management and accompanies your project until the decision is issued.