Wetlands Protection Rules & Regulations

The Haverhill Conservation Commission ("HCC") administers and enforces state laws and regulations associated with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, Rivers Protection Act, and Stormwater Management Standards, as well as the City's wetlands protection ordinance.  The following links access information further detailing these rules and regulations.  Please contact our office should you require further assistance.

State

  1. Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40
  2. Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act Regulations, 310 CMR 10.00
  3. Related Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Policies and Guidance Information
  4. Massachusetts Stormwater Handbook and Standards

Local

  1. City of Haverhill Wetlands Protection Ordinance, City Code Chapter 253
  2. City of Haverhill Stormwater Management Permit Requirements
  3. HCC Rules for Hiring Outside Consultants (Peer Review)
  4. HCC Policy #1: Deadlines for Information Submittal
  5. HCC Policy #2: Wetland Awareness Statements

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