Environmental
A Connecticut property owner applies for a building permit to add a room to their home. The permit office notes that the property may be in a regulated 'upland review area' adjacent to wetlands. What does this mean?
AThe property cannot be developed at all
BAny regulated activity within a certain distance (often 100 feet) of wetlands or watercourses may require review and approval from the local Inland Wetlands Agency✓ Correct
CThe wetland must be filled before the addition can be built
DOnly DEEP can authorize construction in this area
Explanation
Connecticut's Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act creates 'upland review areas' (typically 100 feet from wetlands/watercourses) where activities may require review by the local Inland Wetlands Agency. Permits may be required even for activities that don't directly impact wetlands but are in the buffer area.
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