What is a wetland?
- Wetlands are areas that are wet for a period of time to support the growth of wetland vegetation. For more info click here
- Aren’t wetlands bad?
- No, wetlands serve many functions and values. They benefit the public’s health, safety, and welfare. This includes water storage, water filtration, groundwater recharge, erosion control, nutrient cycling, and wildlife habitat.Â
- How does that impact me?
- Inadvertently impacting a wetland or its protected buffer can yield big fines, and cause significant delays or redesigns. Not to mention impacting natural resource functions that provides services!
- Can I get a permit to fill them in?
- Sometimes that’s possible, but it’s better to avoid them. We can help design your site to avoid or minimize impacts.Â
- What can I do?
- Call 802-879-6331 x110 or email Karina Dailey our Professional Wetland Scientist. The sooner the better since the growing season is almost over!
