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Steven Danzer PhD and Associates LLC
Wetland and Environmental Consulting
for Fairfield County, Western Connecticut
and surrounding communities in New York
Steven Danzer PhD
Soil Scientist
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Wetlands Consulting for the Home Owner
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We offer the following professional wetland services for the homeowner:
- Wetland soil testing
- Wetland boundaries located and certified
- Project feasibility consultations for homeowners
- Professional representation before local wetland boards and
commissions
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Frequently asked questions by homeowners:
Why would I need a Wetlands Consultant for my
home projects?
Local regulations concerning wetlands are complex and confusing. The
professionals at our firm can help you navigate the maze of codes and
regulations in order to obtain the proper approval permitting needed to begin
your project. We can potentially save you time and money by guiding you
through the permitting process and interpreting environmental regulations.
When do I need to call a Wetlands Consultant?
A Wetlands Consultant should be consulted prior to any home-based project
involving the alteration or disturbance of the existing property. A Wetlands
Consultant can find the most desirable location that complies with the
environmental laws and regulations for your home improvement project, or
recommend modifications and strategies that not only will be more
environmentally friendly but may also speed up your local permit approval
process and potentially relieve you of heartburn.
Examples of home improvement projects: new additions to your home, retaining
walls, swimming pools, tennis courts, decks, porches, septic systems, drainage
systems, site grading, driveways, and construction of a new building.
Generally the need for a Wetlands Consultant or a Soil Scientist is determined by
the size of the project, the distance to the wetlands, and the constraints of the
land, such as slopes and soil types.
What is the difference between a Soil Scientist and a
Wetlands or Environmental Consultant?
Under Connecticut State Law a Soil Scientist has the credentials to determine the
location of a wetland or watercourse (FAQ's).
A Wetlands Consultant, Environmental Consultant, or Professional Wetland
Scientist brings a broader skill set of knowledge and skills to the job such as a
degree in Biology and Planning, and/or professional experience before Wetland
Commissions. Our principal partner, Steven Danzer is a Soils Scientist, a
Professional Wetland Scientist, and a Wetlands Consultant (About Us).
What is the process of pulling a town permit for a
home based project and how would a Wetlands
Consultant or Soils Scientist help in the process?
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Our process in assisting a homeowner in pulling a permit for home based
projects and construction is fairly simple:
- We visit the site and look at the environmental conditions and
constraints.
- We determine precisely where the wetlands are located on the
property.
- We create an accurate map of where the wetlands, if any, exist on
the property.
- We assist the homeowner in understanding and determining the
feasibility of his or her proposal and its compatibility with local
environmental regulations.
- We work with other Land-use Professionals as needed, including
Surveyors, Engineers, Landscape Architects and Designers,
Architects, and Attorneys.
- We consult with and accompany local officials on site visits as
needed.
- We will suggest, when necessary, ways of “softening the impact” of
the project as required by the local permit applications process.
- We assist the homeowner in correctly completing the local town
permit paperwork and providing additional technical information to
the town by representing the property owner before the local
wetlands commission if needed.
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I want to sell my house - how can a Wetlands
Consultant or Soil Scientist help me?
Prospective owners need to know whether a house has wetlands on the
surrounding property, especially if they plan to build or expand structures.
Knowing this information beforehand can speed up the sale of your house.
I want to buy a house - how can a Wetlands
Consultant or Soil Scientist help me?
By visiting the site with your realtor a Wetlands Consultant or Soil Scientist can
determine if the property has wetlands, and where the wetlands are located on
the property. Steven Danzer PhD and Associates LLC offers a special expedited
service for realtors and homeowners in the greater Stamford area, and additional
service to the rest of Fairfield County upon request.
I want to build a house - how can a Wetlands
Consultant or Soil Scientist help me?
Knowing where the wetlands are is very important (FAQ's) as many building
regulations are measured from the wetlands boundary line.
When applying for a wetlands permit, most towns require you to have an
analysis of impacts done by a credentialed professional, such as a Wetlands
Consultant or Soil Scientist. The Town may also require you to document
alternatives or ways to soften the impact of the building project.
It is important to recognize these realities early on in the process and
incorporate the technical and regulatory requirements into your decision making
before you buy the parcel of land.
Steven Danzer PhD and Associates LLC can walk the parcel with you, and help
identify potential environmental impacts and constraints before you purchase the
property.
My property is on water, river, ocean, lake, pond,
stream, etc, what can I do and what can't I do?
The best way to definitively find out what you can or cannot do is to contact your
local town wetlands official (see links) or a consulting firm such as Steven Danzer
PhD and Associates LLC, who can talk with the officials for you. Based on our
years of experience and positive results, we can potentially save you time and
money.
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Email us at danzer@ctwetlandsconsulting.com
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