Ala. Admin. Code r. 335-8-2-.03

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 335-8-2-.03 - Mitigation

(1) Mitigation for wetland impacts resulting from an approved project shall involve the creation of wetlands or the restoration and enhancement of existing degraded wetlands.

(2) Prior to permitting or certification of a use for which mitigation is required, the applicant shall submit to the Department for review and approval a mitigation plan which shall include but not be limited to the following:

(a) a survey of the proposed mitigation site which shall include a delineation of existing vegetative cover, the location of all drainageways and water courses, and property location, size and description;

(b) an indication of site preparation techniques which shall include initial and final elevations, planting and fertilization schedules, plant spacing, and source and vegetative species to be planted;

(c) documentation that, by instrument of law, the mitigation site will be set aside and protected; and

(d) a monitoring, maintenance and reporting schedule which covers the first five years of mitigation.

Author: John C. Carlton

Ala. Admin. Code r. 335-8-2-.03

New Rule: Filed May 26, 1994; Effective June 30, 1994.

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § § 9-7-16, 22-22A-5, 22-22A-6, 22-22A-8.