Olympic Peninsula Conservation Programs
Wetlands Mitigation Banking Program
Program level:
National
Land use:
Agriculture, Forest
Provider:
NRCS
Benefits provided:
Financial
Water-focused program:
Yes
Purchase credits if a wetland needs to be removed.
Overview
Description:
Producers can buy credits from wetlands mitigation banks to compensate for the impact of lost wetlands. Wetland mitigation banks are established through the restoration, creation or enhancement of wetlands. When a mitigation bank is established, the landowner retains ownership and use of the property, while a conservation easement protects the wetlands from incompatible degrading activities.
Eligibility:
Have wetlands on property.
Financial benefit:
Price dependent upon buyer and seller of wetland development rights
Contact information
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Information last updated on December 1, 2020.
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