To ensure that a proposed construction project will not negatively impact the environment, developers may be required to:

The requirement to file an environmental impact statement (EIS) is crucial for assessing the potential environmental consequences of a proposed construction project. The EIS is a detailed document that outlines the expected environmental impact of the project, alternative options, and proposed mitigation measures to reduce harm to the environment.

This process is typically mandated by law, such as the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) in the United States, for projects that may significantly affect the environment. It ensures that developers, governmental agencies, and the public have access to information regarding the environmental effects and can participate in the decision-making process.

While other choices like filing an engineering report, submitting a zoning application, or conducting a community survey may be necessary for different regulatory or project planning purposes, they do not specifically address the environmental assessments that an EIS is designed to provide. The EIS is a comprehensive analysis that is fundamental to ensuring environmental protection in development planning.