N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 6 § 627.4

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 50, December 11, 2024

Section 627.4 - Approval of projects

(a) In addition to the standards and criteria set forth in law, the commissioner shall give due consideration in reviewing application for State assistance to those projects which can be carried out most expeditiously and which when completed will best carry out the purposes for which the wetlands are to be restored, protected and enhanced.

(b) Recognizing that projects for wetlands restoration will have varying potentials for restoring, protecting and enhancing such wetlands and the priority of any such types of projects depends upon the specific situation, the commissioner shall give consideration to projects that will:

(1) repair damage done by pollution and protect against future pollution;

(2) repair or prevent physical damage;

(3) initiate and maintain water level control;

(4) provide for vegetation management and control of organisms that detract from the natural values of wetlands; and

(5) improve the interspersion of plant communities.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 6 § 627.4