DPD Frequently Asked Questions

Land Use - ECA (Environmentally Critical Areas)

1. I have, or think I might have, Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs) at my site. How do I find out?
2. How do I learn more about ECA regulations?

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 1 - Q. I have, or think I might have, Environmentally Critical Areas (ECAs) at my site. How do I find out?
A. Go to GIS Map to see if your property is mapped. NOTE: maps are for advisory purposes; ECA is determined by ECA regulations. Some sites may not be mapped, but are in fact ECA.

2 - Q. How do I learn more about ECA regulations?
A. To obtain information about how the Environmentally Critical Areas regulations might affect the development of a property, please read through the Client Assistance Memos that have been written for environmentally critical areas.