Public Outreach
"The Complete Permit Application"
“The Complete Permit Application” was a virtual outreach event focused on information required to submit a complete application.
The event was held on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, 10:00-11:00 am. Below is a link to the presentation:
The Complete Permit Application
"Detroit District Regulatory Website Review"
The “Detroit District Regulatory Website Review” virtual outreach events focused on the resources available on our webpage for permit applicants, consultants, and those requesting Regulatory services. These sessions were intended for shoreline property owners, contractors, consultants, municipalities, and anyone with an interest in the Detroit District Regulatory Program.
Event sessions were held on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, 11:00-11:45 am and 7:00-7:45 pm. Below is a link to the presentation:
Detroit District Regulatory Website Review
"Spring into Planning – Getting the Jump on General Permits"
The “Spring into Planning – Getting the Jump on General Permits” virtual outreach events focused on the most common General Permit projects. Corps staff discussed examples of project types, factors influencing permit decisions, tailoring projects to meet General Permit terms and conditions, and information required to submit a complete application.
Session 1: Overview of General Permits: Terms, Conditions, & Review Process and The Complete Permit Application
Event was held on Thursday, April 28, 2022, 6:00-7:30pm
Below are the presentation slides:
Introduction to General Permits
The Complete Permit Application
Session 2: General Permits: Waterway Access and Mooring Structures
Event was held on Thursday, May 12, 2022, 6:00-7:00pm
Below are the presentation slides:
General Permits: Waterway Access and Mooring Structures
Session 3: General Permits: Dredging Projects
Thursday, May 19, 2022, 6:00-7:00pm
Below are the presentation slides:
General Permits: Dredging Projects
"Special Topics: High Water – Shoreline Protection and Permitting"
The “Special Topics: High Water – Shoreline Protection & Permitting" virtual outreach events focused on shoreline erosion and shore protection projects. These sessions were intended for shoreline property owners, contractors, consultants, municipalities, and anyone with an interest in shoreline processes and shore protection projects along the Great Lakes and other navigable waters.
The Corps Great Lakes Hydraulics & Hydrology Office discussed current water levels in the context of water levels over the last 100 years, factors that influence water levels on the Great Lakes, and the Corps water level forecast. The Detroit District Regulatory Office and Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) each provided a brief overview of their Regulatory Programs, with a focus on shoreline protection projects and permit requirements.
This presentation was recorded on Wednesday, June 24, 2020, and has been posted to the Corps YouTube Channel. Please see this link: https://youtu.be/64pANZS73EM.
"Permit and Processes: Working in Michigan Waters"
The "Permits and Processes: Working in Michigan Waters" was a symposium for contractors, consultants, municipalities, and others who apply for permits on a professional basis. The symposium included joint presentations from the Corps and the DEQ about our programs and services. Topics included geographic extent of regulatory jurisdiction, tips for wetland delineations, a tutorial of MiWaters, permit applications, permit coordination, and mitigation.
Below are our presentation slides:
Overview and Jurisdiction
Wetland Delineation
Complete Permit Application
EGLE & MiWaters
Permit Coordination and Evaluation
Alternative Analysis and Mitigation
“Waterways, Wetlands, and You!”
"Waterways, Wetlands, and You" is a Detroit District’s public outreach event held at various locations in Michigan and Indiana each year. These events include a brief presentation providing an overview of the Corps’ Regulatory Program and offer an opportunity to interact with Corps Regulatory staff. Topics we cover include working in regulated waterways, wetlands, and along shorelines; when a permit is required from the Corps; information on applying for permits; and services that the Corps’ Regulatory Office provides to the public.
Following the presentation, we conduct an application workshop. The workshop guides attendees through the steps of filling out an application and offers the opportunity to sit down with a Regulatory Project Manager to discuss proposed or completed projects. The outreach events will be held at the following locations on the specified dates:
Please check back for future dates.
Presentation slides will not be provided at the symposium but are available below for viewing and printing. Please note, all presentations are tailored to specific location and may not be identical.
Session 1: Water, Wetlands, And You!
Session 2: Application Workshop (*updated materials coming soon)
Tailored Outreach Events
We are now offering outreach events upon request in your local area. Corps staff is available to meet with your organization and cover topics such as working in regulated waterways, wetlands, and along shorelines; when a permit is required from the Corps, including specific requirements for projects typical of your area; how to apply for permits; and other services the Corps Regulatory Office provides. These outreach events are a great opportunity for participants to discuss their project with Corps staff. Presentations and workshops are provided by Corps staff at no cost. The events may be held in a venue that you arrange or at a publicly available meeting room. We welcome the opportunity to discuss tailoring a presentation and/or workshop to your organization’s interests as they relate to the Corps Regulatory Program.
If you have questions or would like to schedule an outreach event for your organization, please contact us by e-mail at LRE_Reg_Outreach@usace.army.mil or by phone at (313) 226-7495.
Brochures:
Regulatory Program Information Guide
Regulatory Compensatory Mitigation Rule