HB 1121 Relative to creating certain wetlands permit exemptions after a natural disaster or flooding event

This bill, HB 1121, is proposing exemptions for certain landowners from needing wetlands permits after a natural disaster or flooding event. If a property owner needs to remove debris blocking a stream due to a disaster or flooding, they do not have to apply for a permit as long as the stream poses a threat to their property, crops, livestock pens, or structures. The property owner has 60 days to complete the work and must document it, either with photos or through a contractor familiar with wetland permits. If the affected stream area has neighboring properties or flows under a municipal or state bridge, the responsibilities for clearing the debris are outlined for each specific scenario.