Application and information requirements

Application and information requirements. (1) An application to the department is required before commencing any regulated wetland conservation activity. (2) In addition to the information listed in s. NR 353.04 , the applicant shall provide the following information: (a) Location of the project site delineated on the appropriate United States geological survey 1:24,000 quadrangle map or map copy. (b) A general description of the site and any adjacent wetlands including any aerial photographs of the proposed restoration area. (c) A description of existing site conditions including soils, hydrologic conditions, current land-use, plant communities present and wetland delineation, if applicable. (d) A narrative description of the planned project including how it meets the eligibility requirements listed in s. NR 353.04 . (e) A sketch of the project with dimensions, including a top, cross-sectional and side view of the project. For projects under s. NR 353.05 (3) , design plans and specifications shall be provided. (f) Goal and objectives for the project including long-term site management. (g) Sufficient information to demonstrate compliance with s. 88.91 (1) , Stats. (h) If the department determines the proposed project will reduce the effective flood flow capacity of the waterway by obstruction of existing flow area, information sufficient for the department to conduct a hydrologic or hydraulic analysis. (3) This section is not applicable to a person applying to the department under s. NR 353.10 for maintenance of a preexisting wetland conservation project.