Environmental Consulting in Portland, Oregon
Leading wetland consultants in the Portland since 1996. We offer a comprehensive range of services to help navigate natural resource regulations.
Wetland Services in Portland, OR
As wetland scientists, our primary area of expertise involves wetlands-related services. S&A provides a comprehensive list of wetland services for projects of all sizes. S&A staff are experienced in delineating wetland and water boundaries using industry best practices to meet state and federal regulations. Our wetland services in the Portland area include but are not limited to:
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A wetland determination provides essential information about the
presence, and characteristics of wetlands on a property, but does not map the extent or exact
locations of the wetland. It guides landowners, developers, and regulatory agencies in making
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A wetland delineation is a process used to determine the boundaries of
a wetland area. This process is important for environmental management, land use planning,
and regulatory compliance. Wetland Delineations typically involve identifying and mapping the
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Once a wetland has been delineated, mitigation is required to develop
within the wetland boundaries and/or wetland buffer zone. Mitigation involves purchasing
wetland credits to develop wetlands off-site or enhancing existing areas on site to create a
wetland area. EMS can guide you through the process and make this as simple as possible.
Natural Resource Management in Portland, OR
We help clients in the Portland area effectively navigate complex city and county codes related to natural resource protections. Our services can include comprehensive reporting on natural resource impacts, site assessments, the development of detailed mitigation plans, carefully crafted planting plans, and thorough natural resource assessments to support compliance and sustainable project outcomes. These services include, but are not limited to:
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Significant natural resource assessments are often completed for local regulatory agencies. The assessments involve evaluations of natural resources on a property. If impacts are proposed, mitigation may be required. S&A helps guide the client through local codes associated with natural resources that may be present on a site.
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Wildlife habitat assessments evaluate the suitability and quality of habitats to understand the ecological needs of wildlife populations. Wildlife habitat assessments help inform land management decisions.
Wildlife and Botanical Survey Services in Portland, OR
Our wildlife survey and habitat survey services in Portland provide evaluations of potential populations and habitats to inform land-use planning, conservation efforts, and regulatory compliance. Our survey services in the Portland area include but are not limited to:
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Wildlife surveys are completed to assess the presence, absence, distribution, and behavior of wildlife species within an area or on a specific property. The surveys can help inform decisions.
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Botanical studies are completed to document and assess plant species within a specific area. Surveys can help inform conservation, research, land management, and impact assessments.
Recent Portland Area Projects
Happy Valley Crossroads - Portland, OR
This project consisted of two wetland delineations, conducted separately and concurred with by DSL. A natural resource assessment for the City of Happy Valley and Undisturbed Buffer Averaging application for Water Environmental Services (WES) were prepared and permit issued.
Central Village - West Linn, OR
Completion of a Water Resources Area (WRA) Report for a proposed commercial development project in West Linn, Oregon. S&A completed functional assessments, wetland mitigation plans, and subsequent mitigation monitoring after construction was completed.
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Tanner Ridge - West Linn, OR
A wetland delineation and natural resource assessment for the City of West Linn were performed on the 16 acre property which included wetlands, waters and mapped Habitat Conservation Area (HCA) and Water Resource Area (WRA). The delineation report was concurred with by DSL.
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