Article 8 — Content of cross-border files

1. The cross-border file shall contain at least the following elements: (a) a description of the cross-border interaction and its context; (b) a description of the problem arising from a cross-border obstacle; (c) the reason for the need to resolve the cross-border obstacle; (d) where available, a description of the negative impact of the cross-border obstacle on the development of the cross-border region; (e) the geographical area concerned; (f) where known and relevant, the expected necessary duration of the application of a derogation from or exception to the cross-border obstacle or its removal; (g) where known, information on whether a cross-border file concerning the same alleged cross-border obstacle has been submitted to another cross-border coordination point. 2. The initiator may also identify the cross-border obstacle and, if possible, suggest the text for a derogation from or exception to the cross-border obstacle or for resolving the cross-border obstacle by way of an ad hoc legal solution. 3. The geographical area referred to in paragraph 1, point (e), shall be limited to the minimum necessary to resolve the cross-border obstacle in an effective manner.