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This document serves as an official jurisdictional determination form to assess the jurisdictional status of waters within a specified area related to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regulations

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How to fill out APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM

1. Begin by downloading the APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM from the appropriate regulatory agency's website.
2. Fill in the applicant's information, including name, address, and contact details.
3. Provide a detailed description of the project or activity for which the jurisdictional determination is being requested.
4. Include a map or site plan that clearly outlines the project area and any relevant water bodies or wetlands.
5. Indicate the specific areas on the map that may be impacted by the project.
6. Answer all questions in the form accurately, following the guidance provided for each section.
7. Attach any additional documentation or data that supports your request.
8. Review the completed form for accuracy and completeness.
9. Submit the form according to the agency's submission guidelines.

Who needs APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

1. Developers and contractors planning construction activities that may impact wetlands or water bodies.
2. Landowners seeking to determine regulatory obligations related to their property.
3. Environmental consultants assisting clients with compliance and permitting processes.
4. Government agencies needing to assess or regulate potential impacts of projects on jurisdictional waters.

People Also Ask about

How to determine if a wetland is jurisdictional?

They are adjacent to a navigable waterway: Wetlands that are adjacent to a navigable waterway, such as a river, lake, or ocean, are considered jurisdictional. The USACE defines “adjacent” as being directly connected to a navigable waterway or having a significant nexus to it.

What is a jurisdictional determination?

A Jurisdictional Determination (JD) is a two step process of 1) identifying and locating aquatic resources (including wetlands) on a property, which is referred to as a Delineation, and 2) determining whether those areas are regulated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers under section 404 of the Clean Water Act and/or

What is the AJD approved jurisdictional determination?

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (AJD): A process used by the Corps to make a definitive, official determination whether aquatic resources in the review area are or are not jurisdictional (33 CFR 331.2). The only USACE process for determining that an aquatic resource is NOT jurisdictional is an AJD.

What makes a wetland jurisdictional?

They are adjacent to a navigable waterway: Wetlands that are adjacent to a navigable waterway, such as a river, lake, or ocean, are considered jurisdictional. The USACE defines “adjacent” as being directly connected to a navigable waterway or having a significant nexus to it.

How long does a jurisdictional determination take?

While the RGL states that the Corps is committed to finalizing both preliminary and approved JDs within 60 days of submittal, factors such as Corps work load and complexity of the aquatic resource delineation may delay a decision from the Corps.

What is the difference between AJD and PJD?

A PJD is "preliminary" in the sense that a recipient of a PJD can later request and obtain an AJD if that becomes necessary or appropriate during the permit process or during the administrative appeal process.

What is an approved jurisdictional determination?

APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (AJD): A process used by the Corps to make a definitive, official determination whether aquatic resources in the review area are or are not jurisdictional (33 CFR 331.2).

How long does a jurisdictional determination take?

While the RGL states that the Corps is committed to finalizing both preliminary and approved JDs within 60 days of submittal, factors such as Corps work load and complexity of the aquatic resource delineation may delay a decision from the Corps.

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What is APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

The Approved Jurisdictional Determination Form is a document used to assess and confirm whether a particular water body or wetland falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of federal laws, specifically the Clean Water Act in the United States.

Who is required to file APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

Any individual, company, or organization planning to conduct activities that may affect waters or wetlands, such as development projects or construction, is required to file the Approved Jurisdictional Determination Form.

How to fill out APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

To fill out the form, one must provide information such as project details, location, the nature of the water bodies or wetlands involved, and any applicable maps or GIS data to assist in the determination process.

What is the purpose of APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

The purpose of the form is to determine whether the waters or wetlands present on a site are subject to federal jurisdiction, which impacts the regulatory requirements for activities planned in that area.

What information must be reported on APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

Information that must be reported includes the project location, descriptions of the aquatic features, relevant maps, and any previous determinations regarding the jurisdiction of the waters or wetlands in question.