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Wetland Mitigation Banking Guidebook
 
A team of experts in wetland ecology, wetland regulations, and mitigation banking developed the 156-page Wetland Mitigation Banking Guidebook.
 
The publication provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of mitigation banking from concept to reality.

Guidebook Content
 
The document begins with the purpose of mitigation banking as a form of compensatory mitigation and covers step-by-step the process for establishing a bank in Oregon.
 
It also discusses all of the operational details such as:
  • Establishing the bank service area
  • Determining mitigation credits
  • Environmental considerations such as endangered species and cultural resources
  • Developing ecological success criteria and a monitoring plan
  • Developing financial assurances.

Who should use the guidebook?
The guidebook is an invaluable tool for would-be bankers and should be of interest to any agency, city or state contemplating developing a wetland mitigation banking program.
 
Mitigation Banking Guidebook
 
Should you need more information, contact Dana Field, mitigation specialist, (503) 378-3805, ext. 238, or by e-mail.
 

Page updated: March 16, 2009