permitting process

[pər-ˈmi-tiŋ ˈprä-ses]
nounpl: permitting processes
processo de licenciamento
1. The administrative and legal procedure required to obtain official permission or authorization from governmental agencies before commencing a project, construction, or business activity
The permitting process for the new building took over a year to complete.
O processo de licenciamento para o novo edifício levou mais de um ano para ser concluído.
2. The series of steps and documentation required to gain regulatory approval for development, construction, or operational activities
Environmental review is a critical part of the permitting process.
A avaliação ambiental é uma parte crítica do processo de licenciamento.
In Brazil, the permitting process is often lengthy and complex, involving multiple agencies at federal, state, and municipal levels. This reflects the bureaucratic nature of Brazilian administration. In the USA, particularly in NYC, the permitting process is also notoriously lengthy but varies significantly by jurisdiction. Understanding local regulations is crucial for both business and construction sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
authorization processlicensing processapproval processregulatory approvalpermit application procedure
Antonyms / Antônimos
denialrejectionprohibition

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
processo de licenciamento
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
São Paulo
processo de aprovação
Also used interchangeably in bureaucratic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
tramitação de alvarás
Common reference to permit authorization procedures
Portugal
processo de licenciamento
Equivalent term used in Portuguese administrative language

Related Words

permitlicenseauthorizationcomplianceregulatory agencyzoningbuilding code

Related Idioms & Phrases

navigate the permitting process
streamline the permitting process
jump through regulatory hoops
clear the permitting hurdles
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