Environmental
What is a 'wetlands delineation' report and when is it required in Rhode Island?
AA report required for all residential sales
BA professional survey identifying the boundaries of jurisdictional wetlands on a property, required before development to determine regulatory constraints✓ Correct
CA CRMC coastal water quality report
DA DEM permit required for commercial construction only
Explanation
A wetlands delineation identifies the boundaries of regulatory wetlands and associated buffer zones on a property. In Rhode Island, it is essential before any development to determine what areas are subject to DEM freshwater wetlands or CRMC coastal wetlands jurisdiction.
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