Paragraph 2 Location of works
The environmental sensitivity of geographical areas likely to be affected by works must be considered having regard, in particular, to—
the existing and approved land use;
the relative abundance, availability, quality and regenerative capacity of natural resources (including soil, land, water and biodiversity) in the area and its underground;
the absorption capacity of the natural environment, paying particular attention to the following areas—
wetlands, riparian areas, river mouths;
coastal zones and the marine environment;
mountain and forest areas;
nature reserves and parks;
European sites and other areas classified or protected under national legislation;
areas in which there has already been a failure to meet the environmental quality standards, laid down in F1assimilated law and relevant to the project, or in which it is considered that there is such a failure;
densely populated areas;
landscapes and sites of historical, cultural or archaeological significance.