1. The permit-granting process for net-zero strategic projects shall not exceed:
(a)
9 months for the construction or expansion of net-zero strategic projects with a yearly manufacturing capacity of less than 1 GW;
(b)
12 months for the construction or expansion of net-zero strategic projects with a yearly manufacturing capacity of 1 GW or more;
(c)
18 months for all necessary permits to operate a storage site in accordance with Directive 2009/31/EC.
2. For net-zero strategic projects for which a yearly manufacturing capacity is not measured in GW, the permit-granting process shall not exceed 12 months.
3. Where an environmental impact assessment is required pursuant to Directive 2011/92/EU, the step of the assessment referred to in Article 1(2), point (g)(i), of that Directive shall not be included in the duration for the permit-granting process referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 of this Article.