Wetlands Protection Act regulates discharges into State jurisdictional wetlands, requiring permits and setting mitigation standards.
The Wetlands Protection Act establishes regulations for discharging dredged or fill material into State jurisdictional wetlands. It mandates permits for such activities, with exemptions for certain minimal impacts. The Act outlines procedures for individual and general permits, including avoidance, minimization, and mitigation strategies. It also sets up a Wetlands Protection Fund for managing penalties and funding wetland protection efforts. The Act classifies wetlands into Class I, II, and III based on size and significance, with varying permit requirements.
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