Below are some of the important rules and regulations you need to know about. All wetlands, watercourses, and waterbodies are protected by the Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission. Local ordinances exist which regulate the use of public water bodies and the installation of docks, buoys, floats, etc; and those living near Highland Lake must adhere to the Highland Lake District Zoning Regulation.
Local Ordinances/Regulations
Local Ordinances/Regulations
- Town Ordinances:
- Highland Lake District: Zoning rules govern development, coverage, and setbacks
- IWWC: Oversees activities near all Winchester wetlands and watercourses
State & Federal Guidelines
- CT DEEP: Septic, fertilizer, invasive species, stormwater
- EPA: Clean Water Act, nonpoint source pollution
Permitting & Regulated Activities
- ADD ‘Disturbance’ definition and ‘as of right maintenance’ definition etc.
- Development, docks, walls, clearing vegetation, paving, septic work
“Regulated activity” = any work near wetlands, water bodies. Contact Winchester Land Use Office before commencing work