There can be multiple government entities with distinct roles when it comes to protecting our waters at the local, state, and national levels. RWMWD, like other watershed districts, acts as a local regulator.

Our permitting standards include requirements for stormwater management, flood control, wetland management, erosion and sediment control, and illicit discharge connection to the District’s stormwater conveyance systems. The Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) is a state law administered by the District that regulates projects that impact area wetlands and may come with additional requirements.

If a construction project meets all applicable rules and pays any required application fees, the construction permit is reviewed by the RWMWD Board of Managers for final approval. Some single lot residential projects may be approved at a staff level. Our staff also conducts routine inspections of construction sites to ensure standards are met through project completion.