GAIA SERVICES
A wetland delineation is the foundation of informed land planning.
A wetland delineation is the process of identifying and mapping the boundary between wetlands, surface waters, and uplands. GAIA conducts delineations in accordance with Chapter 62-340, Florida Administrative Code, and, where applicable, the 1987 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual and the applicable Regional Supplement. The resulting delineation provides the foundation for due diligence, site planning, environmental permitting, and responsible land management.
GAIA Environmental Group works directly with project engineers, surveyors, and architects to integrate the wetland flags into the site plan for project planning.
Wetlands are protected under a combination of federal, state, and local environmental regulations due to the important ecological functions they provide, including flood attenuation, water quality protection, wildlife habitat, and groundwater recharge. As a result, many development projects require an ecological review as part of the planning, permitting, or building permit process.
Whether you’re purchasing property, designing a home, expanding a business, or planning a large-scale development, understanding where wetlands occur is often the first step.
A wetland delineation helps:
By understanding the environmental resources on a property before design begins, clients are able to make informed decisions with greater confidence.
Purchasing property in Florida — especially those buying in rural or undeveloped areas
Assessing feasibility before site plan development
Managing environmental due diligence for clients
Who have received a notice of violation or wetland inquiry from a regulatory agency