N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wt 311.01

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024
Section Env-Wt 311.01 - Application Preparation for All Projects

Prior to finalizing the details of a proposed project for which a standard permit is needed, the applicant shall:

(a) Complete the required planning for all projects established in Env-Wt 306.05;
(b) If the DataCheck identifies any areas of concern relative to protected species or habitat, determine how to avoid and minimize project-related impacts on the resource by coordinating with:
(1) The NHF&G for rare or protected animal species and habitat; and
(2) The NHB for protected plants or exemplary natural communities;
(c) If the proposed activity impacts a PRA, then:
(1) Review and complete the standard application criteria and design requirements and provide any additional minimization and avoidance design features; or
(2) Propose compensatory mitigation in accordance with Env Wt 800;
(d) For work proposed within LAC jurisdiction, provide a copy of the final application and plans to the LAC prior to filing the application with the department;
(e) Ensure that impacts have been avoided and minimized to the greatest extent practicable, as specified in Env-Wt 313.03; and
(f) For any minor or major project, submit preliminary functional assessment results as specified in Env-Wt 311.10.

N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wt 311.01

Derived from Volume XXXIX Number 28, Filed July 11, 2019, Proposed by #12803, Effective 12/15/2019, Expires 12/15/2029 (See Revision Notes #1, #2, and #3 at chapter heading for Env-Wt 300).
Amended by Volume XL Number 46, Filed November 12, 2020, Proposed by #13124, Effective 10/23/2020, Expires 10/23/2030.
Amended by Number 45, Filed November 9, 2023, Proposed by #13777, Effective 10/13/2023, Expires 10/13/2033.