When should I object?

Questioner

The municipality intends to move underground containers to a location that we believe will cause nuisance and dangerous situations. That intention was made known by letter and explained verbally on the spot. We (neighbors and I) intend to object and have already made that known verbally during the explanation, after which the officials announced that they would make modified drawings. Should we object now (if that is even possible) or should we wait until the decision has been made?

Lawyer

Normally, an objection can be lodged against a decision. This is indicated on the decision that has been taken. In this case, no decision has been taken yet. If there is an intention to make a decision, a point of view can be submitted. This can be done in writing or orally. The documents regarding the intended decision are usually made available for inspection for 6 weeks. A point of view can be submitted during this period. If there is a uniform public preparation procedure, no objection can be filed. As soon as the decision has been taken, an appeal can be filed with the Council of State. That is why it is important to file a point of view in these cases. It seems that you have already done so in this situation. To be on the safe side, you could still do so in writing if the term is still open. The term for filing an appeal is six weeks after the decision has been made available for inspection.