Filing Guidelines
Most homeowners working near wetlands will have to file one of two kinds of applications. If you have any questions whether you have a minor or major project and which permit you should apply for, give us a call at (508)532-5460.

Request for Determination of Applicability (RDA)
This is for minor projects entirely in the Buffer Zones that will have little or no impact on the Wetland Resource Area. It is the simplest and least expensive permit application procedure, one most homeowners can fill out on their own (Request for Determination of Applicability). This results in a Determination of Applicability.

Notice of Intent (NOI)
This is for large projects that involve soil disturbances, either in the Buffer Zone or in a Wetland Resource Area (Notice of Intent). This is a more detailed permit application that may require professionally engineered plans and results in a permit called an Order of Conditions (OOC). No spiral bound or plastic bound applications, please!

Conservation Permit
All applicants must also submit an Application for Conservation Permit (ACP) with either of the above applications to comply with the local Bylaw Regulations.

Checklists
There are several checklists available to assist in an applicant's complete filings.

Waivers
You may need to obtain a waiver from municipal Wetland Bylaw and/or Regulations (if applicable). All applicants proposing work in a Wetland Resource Area or No Alteration Zone must submit a Request for Waiver form with their application.

Abutter Notification
All applicants must notify all abutters (any land owner within 100 feet of the property line) in person or by certified mail.