Wetland Regulation in Virginia

Wetlands regulations are changing - concerned about how your practices may be impacted?

The last few years have seen much change in wetland regulation across the Chesapeake Bay area. The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has stepped up its efforts to decrease the threat to wetlands with the Comprehensive Wetland Program Plan and the Water Protection Permit Program. Negotiating the multi-layered state and federal wetland regulatory programs in Virginia presents challenges for development interests, local government, agriculture, and for the agencies charged with implementation and administration of the programs.

This seminar provides a comprehensive review of state and federal wetland regulations and their application in Virginia. Join our experienced panel of local experts as they guide you through the permitting, mitigation and enforcement actions that you face. You will acquire the shrewd wisdom and good judgment necessary to succeed - no matter what challenges arise. Don't miss this opportunity to get the tools you need to navigate the complex and changing issues surrounding wetlands in Virginia.

Benefits for You

- Discover what types of resources can be considered wetlands or waters

- Learn how wetlands and waters are regulated

- Hear about the permitting process and compliance issues

- Find out what you need to know about trends in enforcement actions

Learning Objectives

- You will be able to describe wetlands.

- You will be able to identify regulation of state waters.

- You will be able to explain the state permitting program.

- You will be able to review enforcement.