Environmental
A NH property owner wants to fill a small wetland area on their property to create a level lawn. Before proceeding, they must understand that:
ASmall wetland fills under 1 acre require no permits in NH
BFilling wetlands without proper permits from NH DES (and potentially the Army Corps of Engineers) is illegal and can result in significant fines and mandatory restoration✓ Correct
CThe town's building inspector can authorize the fill
DLandowners have an unconditional right to fill wetlands on their property
Explanation
Filling wetlands without permits violates NH RSA 482-A and potentially Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. NH DES and Army Corps of Engineers can require restoration of filled wetlands and impose substantial penalties. Wetlands provide critical ecological functions that make their protection a public interest.
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