Figure 35: The three stages of evaluation
Feasibility assessment of all potential actions Evaluate for legal, technical and engineering feasibility (including confidence in performace) in relation to the objectives and intended outcomes
Viability assessment of all feasible actions Level of detail depends on the impact and complexity of the risks and decision Economic assessment, distribution analysis and viable funding mechanisms
Assess acceptability of feasible and viable actions Rank and select actions for acceptability to community and stakeholders, including consideration of efficiency, equity and consistency with principles of ecologically sustainable development.
Reference: NSW Coastal Management Manual Stage 3
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