Land and Water Resources Division Regulatory Program Overview
Land and Water Resources Division Regulatory Program Overview
The Land & Water Resources Division (LWRD) is committed to the protection, restoration and management of Connecticut’s tidal and non-tidal waters, wetlands, natural resources and the appropriate use of floodplains, coastal areas and Long Island Sound.
Overview of LWRD Permit Programs
Visit our Overview of Connecticut's Coastal Permit Program page to learn about the different LWRD permit types, application process, and various terminology.
LWRD Permitting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Land and Water Resource Division (LWRD) Permit Applications includes the following activities:
- Tidal (Coastal), including Section 401 Water Quality Certifications
- Non-tidal (includes Inland Wetlands and Watercourses), including Section 401 Water Quality Certifications and Non-consumptive Diversions
- Flood Management
Visit our LWRD Permit Forms and Instructions page to find required documents and instructions.
Other important LWRD Permitting Related Topics:
Applicable Statutes & Regulations:
Structures, Dredging and Fill statutes: Connecticut General Statutes (CGS) Sections 22a-359 - 22a-363h
Tidal Wetlands statutes: CGS Sections 22a-28 - 22a-35
Tidal Wetland Act: RCSA Sections 22a-30-1 through 22a-30-17
Connecticut's Coastal Management Act (CCMA): CGS Sections 22a-90 - 22a-112
Connecticut's Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Act (IWWA): CGS Sections 22a-36 to 22a-45a
Content Last Updated May 4, 2026