Conservation


Lake at sunset

Conservation Division Summary

The Conservation Division focuses on protecting inland wetlands and coastal areas such as: marshes, dunes, coastal banks, beaches, streams, swamps and other wildlife habitat areas. The Conservation Division supports the Conservation Commission in the administration and enforcement of state and local wetlands protection regulations through the review and permitting of certain activities in or within the buffer zone to these areas. 


FAQS, Documents & Information

  1. Areas Protected by Wetland Regulations (PDF)
  2. Conservation Abbreviations (PDF)
  3. Conservation Committee List (PDF)
  4. Conservation Contact Information (PDF)
  5. Find Specific Information on Your Lot or Determine if Plans Need Reviewed (PDF)
  6. How Often the Commissioners Meet (PDF)
  7. Length of Time to Get a Permit from Conservation Committee (PDF)
  8. Types of Projects and Permits Required (PDF)
  9. What is the deadline for submitting an application to be placed on the agenda?
  10. Who do I contact for more information?
  11. Why the Wetlands Are Protected (PDF)