Amendment of permit of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
The ANVS plans to amend certain parts of the permit of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam Foundation). This is necessary due to various factors, including the expansion of the location at De Boelelaan in Amsterdam. Among other things, VU Amsterdam Foundation wants to expand the number of laboratories where they use radioactive materials. Interested parties have the right to appeal against our amended permit decision until midnight on 30 August 2024.
Relocation of radioactive sources and devices to another building
The radioactive sources and devices are currently used in laboratories in the W&N building at De Boelelaan 1081. VU Amsterdam Foundation plans to relocate these devices and sources to De Boelelaan 1100. This location is not covered by VU Amsterdam Foundation’s permit at this time. As a result of the relocation, the site boundary specified in the permit granted by the ANVS will be altered. VU Amsterdam Foundation was required to demonstrate that the sources and devices at the new location are safe for the surrounding area and the environment.
Number of laboratories can be expanded safely
VU Amsterdam Foundation has furthermore requested an expansion of the number of laboratories in which radioactive materials are held. We have concluded that this can be done safely within the current rules attached to the permit.
Authorisation for different method of recording fissionable materials
VU Amsterdam Foundation uses fissionable materials for scientific research and teaching purposes. They are required to keep precise records of the quantities of fissionable materials they hold. They have requested a change in the way fissionable materials will be listed in the amended permit.
No responses to the draft permit received
Between 22 May and 2 July 2024, all parties had the opportunity to review the draft permit. No statements of opinion were submitted during this period.
Appeals may be submitted until 30 August 2024
If you disagree with our decision (in Dutch) , you have the right to lodge an appeal until midnight on 30 August 2024. You can do so if you are an interested party, which means that our decision to grant this permit affects you directly. You can also lodge an appeal if you have previously submitted a response (statement of opinion), or if you cannot reasonably be held responsible for not submitting a statement of opinion before.
If you lodge an appeal, you can also apply for preliminary relief. This ensures that the permit does not take effect until after your application has been reviewed.
Two ways to submit
Submit your notice of appeal or application to the Administrative Jurisdiction Division of the Council of State. There are two ways to do this:
- Online: if you are a private citizen, you can use your DigiD to log on to the Council of State’s digital service desk and submit your appeal there.
- By post: send your notice of appeal to the Administrative Jurisdiction Division, Council of State, PO Box 20019, 2500 EA The Hague.
Would you like to find out more?
Please read the official announcement (in Dutch) in the Government Gazette.