How to Use Wetland Bank Credits for Mitigation
This training provides information and tools for project applicants who are proposing the use of bank credits to mitigate for unavoidable wetland impacts. Information will also be covered that addresses questions that permitters and other decision-makers may have when considering these types of applications. There will be an opportunity to share information about how best to facilitate bank use at the local, state and federal regulatory level.
The training will address these and other questions:
-How does wetland mitigation banking work?
-What is a wetland mitigation bank credit?
-How can I propose to use a bank credit to compensate for unavoidable impacts?
-How are local governments involved in the wetland banking process?
-What is the decision process when mitigation bank credits are used to mitigate impacts under Section 404/401?
Link to guidance:
http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/wetlands/mitigation/banking/use.html
(6.0 CM Credits)
Lunch is provided.
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