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This document serves as an approved jurisdictional determination form by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, providing detailed information about a specific project location and the assessment of water

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How to fill out APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM

1. Obtain the APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM from the relevant regulatory authority or their website.
2. Read the instructions carefully to understand the purpose of the form and required information.
3. Fill in your contact information at the top of the form, including name, address, and email.
4. Provide a description of the project or activity that requires the jurisdictional determination.
5. Specify the location of the property involved, including any pertinent legal descriptions or coordinates.
6. Indicate the type of water resources present on or near the property, such as wetlands, streams, or ponds.
7. Attach any necessary supporting documentation, such as maps, photos, or site surveys.
8. Review the completed form for accuracy and completeness before submission.
9. Submit the form to the appropriate regulatory agency for review and determination.

Who needs APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

1. Property owners seeking clarification on whether their land is subject to federal or state jurisdiction.
2. Developers who require jurisdictional determinations before starting construction projects.
3. Environmental consultants and surveyors conducting assessments related to wetland and water resource regulations.
4. Government agencies needing documentation for permits and compliance with environmental laws.

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.

For pdfFiller’s FAQs

What is APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

The Approved Jurisdictional Determination Form is a regulatory document used to determine whether a particular area is considered a water of the United States under the jurisdiction of federal, state, or local regulations.

Who is required to file APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

Individuals or entities seeking to conduct activities that may impact waters of the United States, including developers, landowners, and contractors are required to file the Approved Jurisdictional Determination Form.

How to fill out APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

To fill out the form, applicants should provide detailed information about the project area, including maps, descriptions of the site, and evidence of the presence of water bodies, as well as contact information and any relevant environmental assessments.

What is the purpose of APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

The purpose of the form is to officially determine whether a specific area is regulated under the Clean Water Act, which helps to protect aquatic ecosystems and inform applicants of their regulatory requirements.

What information must be reported on APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION FORM?

The form must report information such as the project location, type of water body, site characteristics, potential impacts to water bodies, maps, and any supporting documentation related to the jurisdictional status of the area.