Environmental

New York's 'Tidal Wetlands Act' protects coastal wetland areas by:

AAllowing any development as long as mitigation measures are taken
BRequiring a DEC permit for any regulated activity (such as filling, dredging, or construction) within or adjacent to tidal wetlands✓ Correct
CProhibiting all public access to tidal areas
DVesting ownership of all tidal wetlands in the State of New York

Explanation

New York's Tidal Wetlands Act (ECL Article 25) protects coastal tidal wetlands (salt marshes, tidal flats, etc.) by requiring a DEC permit for any regulated activities — including filling, dredging, construction, and vegetation removal — within tidal wetlands or adjacent areas.

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