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If your property has the potential to generate a significant profit from its use, it is in your interest to have the most accurate land boundaries on record. It is possible you have a land survey already complete. However, if you are proceeding with a new development...
The calm aesthetic and diverse wildlife found in wetlands provide an attractive environment to build your home or business. These special water and land areas are often protected by law due to their biodiversity. Each Connecticut town established protections for the...
The issue of where to dispose of dredged materials can lead to controversy. A failure to find an appropriate location can result in damage to the environment. Recently, the state of New York filed suit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the...
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) recently agreed to hear an important case questioning environmental law. The case, although important, was likely overshadowed by SCOTUS’s other holdings. It was a busy session, and the same week the court released this...
The novel coronavirus pandemic has had an impact on almost every facet of life. We have changed how we shop for groceries, how we gather together with loved ones and even how we work. These changes have also led to rescheduled and postponed meetings. Although many...
The Clean Water Act essentially regulates pollutants that are discharged into waters. These regulations can result in the need for businesses, developers and others to get permits in order to move forward with a project. A failure to get the permit could mean the end...
Septic systems allow homeowners the opportunity to live in areas that may not be served by a traditional sewer system. This can include waterfront and more rural locations. These systems must meet various regulations, including environmental compliance and local...
Developers who receive plan approval can face challenges from other residents near the building site. In these cases, an upset neighbor could file a complaint with the Planning and Zoning Commission and attempt to challenge the plan. Although Connecticut law requires...
Stamford, Connecticut’s Land Use staff are pushing to revise the city’s zoning regulations. The officials claim the current regulations are not a proper reflection of the city’s need to stay current. Developers that are considering projects in the area are wise to...
Septic systems are fairly common in the United States. The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) estimates one in five homes use either an individual or small community-based septic system for wastewater treatment. When properly used, these systems are...
