Statutory Approval
/ˈstætʃʊˌtɔri əˈpruːvəl/
Definitions
- (n.) Official permission or consent granted by a competent governmental authority as required by a statute.
The project cannot proceed without statutory approval from the environmental agency.
Forms
- statutory approval
- statutory approvals
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Commentary
Statutory approval is often a prerequisite for lawful action, emphasizing compliance with specific legislative requirements.
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