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State Regulated Wetlands Map Index
To determine if you have state-regulated tidal wetlands on your property, browse or search the index map to find and download maps of state-regulated wetlands. [giciframeRead More
Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Permits
Authorization from the Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section is required for activities in tidal wetlands or in tidal and non-tidal waters in the State of Delaware. The Section issues various types of authorizations depending upon the location and type of activity proposed. Learn more about what is regulated. Wetlands and Subaqueous LandsRead More
Are There Wetlands on My Property?
The State of Delaware and the federal government both have laws and regulations that govern wetlands, but they use different methods for determining the location and extent of the wetlands they regulate. You can download maps of state-regulated wetlands, or DNREC staff may be able to help you determine if there are state-regulated wetlands onRead More
What’s Regulated?
The state regulates activities in tidal wetlands and in tidal and non-tidal waters in the State of Delaware. The Wetlands Delaware regulates all of its tidal wetlands as well as those non-tidal wetlands that include 400 or more contiguous acres under the Delaware Wetlands Act (7 Del. Code, Chapter 66) andRead More
Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands
The Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section provides permitting services for activities in Delaware’s wetlands, bays, rivers, streams, lakes, ponds and other waterways that might require a permit under state law. These activities include marina construction and operation, and construction of docks and piers, shoreline stabilization projects, dredging, filling, bridge or culvert construction, utility crossings ofRead More
Construction of Wastewater Facilities
The Surface Water Discharges Section issues permits to construct facilities that will store, collect, convey or treat sewerage and other wastewaters. Permits are issued to safeguard the environment and ensure that the facilities are designed to manage the wastes properly.Contact Us
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Aquatic Pesticides
The application of pesticides onto Delaware surface water requires a permit from the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC). Permits for this activity are part of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). NPDES Permit Programs Individual NPDES Permits
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Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems
Urban stormwater runoff is commonly transported through Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (known as MS4s) and is often discharged, untreated, into local waterbodies. To prevent harmful pollutants from being washed or dumped into these systems, operators must obtain a NPDES permit and develop a stormwater management program.Read More
Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO)
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) and the Department of Agriculture jointly manage the Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) NPDES permitting program. NPDES Permit Programs Individual NPDES Permits Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems Industrial
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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) regulates point sources that discharge pollutants into the waters of Delaware. It helps ensure that the state’s water bodies can meet their designated uses, such as providing drinking water, being safe for swimming or fishing, or supporting aquatic life.Read More
