To construct, operate and close the proposed mine site in Kings Mountain, Albemarle must secure a series of permits or approvals from the City of Kings Mountain, several departments within the State of North Carolina, and the federal government. The permits are for the protection of the environment and the community to ensure the work associated with the mine complies with the highly regulated standards required by the governmental agencies.
Key Points:
Permits for the Kings Mountain mine cover areas such as water, air, noise and land with specific detailed categories/areas under each section as required by the different governmental agencies.
- The review and approval process for permit applications can range from a few months to several years depending upon the complexity of the project and the permit information requirements.
- The public may have the opportunity to comment on select permit applications for the mine project through the government agencies that offer a public comment process.
Preparing The Permits
To prepare for the permit application process, Albemarle has developed an understanding of the existing natural environment by conducting an assessment of the Kings Mountain site. The collected data was used to inform mitigation and management of identified and potential environmental and social concerns and draft permit applications. Further assessment of potential impacts will be conducted as Albemarle performs an Environmental and Social Impact Assessment.
