Anderson & Kreiger has decades of experience helping clients resolve wetlands, waterways and water quality issues. Our experience spans the many local, state and federal issues that arise under the Wetlands and Rivers Act, tidelands regulation, clean waters statutes, drinking water regulation, Title V, groundwater protection and withdrawal regulations, and similar laws. Our expertise includes:
Drafting state and local bylaws and regulations governing wetlands, groundwater, tidelands and water quality protection.
Defending clients and prosecuting claims in major Clean Water Act matters.
Obtaining NPDES and state permits for projects such as airports, municipal treatment plants and energy facilities.
Obtaining, opposing and litigating wetlands and waterways permits, variances and approvals under wetlands and waterway laws, including Chapter 91.
Obtaining, opposing and litigating permits or variances for complex septic and wastewater treatment systems under Title V and local Board of Health regulations.
Prosecuting and defending wetlands and Clean Water Act enforcement matters and appeals, as part of our Enforcement Defense practice.
Counseling clients regarding wetlands, waterways and water quality compliance, as part of our Compliance Counseling practice.
Serving as special counsel to conservation commissions and municipalities on wetlands, waterways and water quality matters and on the authority of local, state and federal agencies to regulate in these areas.