Time Frame ?2.1.2 Prescribed Time Limits Regulation (BC Reg. 372/2002) The Prescribed Time Limits Regulation (BC Reg. 372/2002) establishes time limits at different stages of the assessment process. Section 2 prescribes a 30-day time limit for screening of the Application by the Executive Director while section 3(a) establishes a 180-day period to review the Application. There is also a 45-day time limit for making a decision after the Application has been referred to the Ministers, under section 4 of the regulation. This regulation also specifies time limits to provide information and conditions around suspending time limits.