PERMITTING
SVE has a superlative record of assisting clients with local, state and federal permit acquisition. The firm utilizes a collaborative approach to the permitting process by working closely with agencies to resolve potential issues well before the final design stage. This strategy allows a free exchange of ideas which results in sometime innovative but more typically cost-effective designs that conform to both the client’s need and the regulatory agency’s mission.
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National Environmental Policy Act – Environmental Assessment (EA), Environmental Impact Statement (EIS), or Categorical Exclusion Waivers.
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Wetlands – review by both state agencies of environmental protection and the US Army Corps of Engineers (COE)
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Flood Plain Encroachment
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Fish and Wildlife Protection
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Rare, Threatened and Endangered Species
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Stream Alteration Permit
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Federal §401, 404 and NPDES Stormwater Management Discharge Permit from state and federal agencies
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Archeological, Historic Structures, Sites and Districts Impacts
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Water Supply and Wastewaste Permits are typically required from local or state agencies depending upon the jurisdiction
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Highway Access Permit from the state transportation agency
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Hazardous Materials removed from any demolished structures or excavation
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Vermont Act 250 Land Use
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State Public Buildings Permit for Life Safety compliance.
