Couch White Partner Alita Giuda, Chair of the firm’s Environmental Practice Group, recently joined PW Grosser’s Environmental Echo podcast for Episode 79, discussing the evolving landscape of New York’s wetlands regulations and the implications for project planning and development across the state.

The episode examines the significant changes made to New York’s wetlands rules in 2025, the subsequent court decision that invalidated those regulations, and the resulting uncertainty facing developers, municipalities, property owners, and other stakeholders.

During the discussion, Alita shares insights on how these developments may affect environmental permitting, project timelines, and regulatory compliance. She also highlights the importance of conducting wetlands due diligence early in the planning process to identify potential issues before they become costly project challenges.

As New York’s environmental regulatory framework continues to evolve, understanding wetlands requirements remains a critical component of successful project development.

🎙️ Listen to Episode 79 of Environmental Echo: https://www.pwgrosser.com/podcast 

For questions regarding wetlands regulations, environmental permitting, or project development, please Alita Giuda.

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