regulatory permit
[ˌreɡ.jə.lə.tɔr.i ˈpɜr.mɪt]
nounpl: regulatory permits
licença regulatória
1. An official document or authorization issued by a government agency that allows an individual or organization to conduct specific activities that are subject to regulatory oversight and compliance requirements
The company obtained a regulatory permit from the EPA before beginning industrial operations.
A empresa obteve uma licença regulatória da EPA antes de iniciar as operações industriais.
2. Permission granted by authorities to operate a business or conduct activities in compliance with specific laws and regulations
Environmental agencies issue regulatory permits to ensure compliance with pollution standards.
As agências ambientais emitem licenças regulatórias para garantir conformidade com os padrões de poluição.
In Brazil, regulatory permits are essential for business operations and are issued by various agencies (IBAMA for environmental, ANVISA for health, etc.). The process can be lengthy and bureaucratic. In the US, the EPA and other federal agencies issue these permits. The term reflects the importance of government oversight in both countries' industrial and commercial sectors.
Related Idioms & Phrases
obtain a regulatory permit
issue a regulatory permit
comply with regulatory permit requirements
renew a regulatory permit
revoke a regulatory permit
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