Virginia Environmental Law & Waterfront Property Rights Resources

Learn about the types of wetlands and which legal protections are offered in various federal and state wetland laws. Read the full article.

In our latest webinar, Jim Lang with the Waterfront Law Team and Brian Owen of MSA review how to identify wetlands, why wetlands matter, how wetlands are regulated, which activities do and do not require permits, and what’s involved with the permit... Read the full article.

Are you installing a private well to access groundwater? Learn more about how Virginia law applies to the installation and use of these private wells. Read the full article.

Virginia law is that the Commonwealth of Virginia owns the bed of the rivers, creeks, bays and the sea all throughout the state. This article examines one exception – private ownership of bottomland based on a King’s grant. Keep reading to learn... Read the full article.

Watch our latest webinar where we discuss how the rules differ for shoreline on privately-owned bottom vs. shoreline that adjoins state-owned bottom, how deed language creates legal consequences and how the land surveyor addresses these challenges. Read the full article.

Learn about Virginia groundwater usage restrictions and state-specific regulatory water laws. Read the full article.

Learn the important details and processes involved in CERCLA (Superfund Act). Read the full article.

Surface water withdrawal is one of Virginia’s riparian property rights. If you have questions about your rights, contact the Waterfront Law team. Read the full article.

In our latest webinar, we learn why the Phase I Environmental Site Assessment is a must when purchasing commercial real estate. Read the full article.