Lesson 6: Dredge and Fill Permits

If you are concerned about development activities affecting wetlands, streams or lakes in your area, you need to be familiar with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, which regulates dredging and filling of wetlands and other waterbodies. This lesson explains when a 404 permit is required, what it requires, and how you can influence the permitting process.

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Pursuing alternatives to wetland destruction

Wildlife agencies often comment on Section 404 wetland fill permit applications. Reach out to the agencies to engage them and strengthen your comments.

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