The E.I.A. procedure becomes in the cases set in the Act 244/92 a phase in the administrative procedure of approving a construction/activity regulated by another legal act. A positive/negative final E.I.A. statement thus does not mean approval/disapproval of the proposed activity as the public generally assumes. In three sample cases the major shortcomings are demonstrated together with recommendations how to improve the situation. The "NIMBY" effect can be eliminated by an early and long „enlightment“ campaign. The documentation quality can be raised by making it understandable to the public and accounting for the author´s qualification. If the information dissemination and technical organization of the public hearings are improved, their quality may rise and possible politicizing may be weakened.