Environmental Law

Sometimes the EPA's authority needs to be further refined or explained. In such cases, EPA may develop and implement policies and write guidance. In addition, EPA sometimes issues policy or guidance to encourage compliance with environmental requirements.
Policy documents represent EPA's official interpretation or view of specific issues. Guidance documents are published to further clarify regulations and to assist in implementation of environmental regulations.

Website of EPA branch responsible for the execution of our programs in Upper Midwest states. Includes information about local developments, cleanup sites in Region 5, and Great Lakes Restoration Plan details.

Includes searchable database of individual permits and information about permit requirements

Lists projects that have been screened through the internal environmental review process for potential impacts on wetlands, threatened and endangered species, and cultural and archaeological resources, etc.

Information about permits