An environmental assessment shall be prepared for any transfer for which a petition is filed in accordance with N.C. Gen. Stat. § 143-215.22L. The determination of whether an environmental impact statement is needed with regard to the proposed transfer shall be made in accordance with the provisions of this Article. (1998-168, s. 6; 2007-484, s. 43.7C; 2007-518, s. 4.)