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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will crews need to use motorized vehicles to collect field data?
No, crews will not need motorized vehicles to collect field data. They will be walking by foot in groups of 2 or 3. Different crews will visit the site at different times depending on their area of expertise including tree identification, wetland identification, stream characteristics, and topographic survey.
2. Are the flagged trees proposed to be cut down?
No. Trees are flagged by the field crews as an indication to the surveyors to map the tree location. All trees with a circumference greater than 8" are mapped. Mapping the tree locations allows the engineer to develop a design and construction access that minimizes impacts to larger healthier trees. Trees proposed to be cut down will be clearly shown on the design plans.
3. What permits are necessary for this type of project?
- Harford County Grading Permit
- Harford County Stormwater Management Waiver
- Maryland Department of Environment Wetlands and Waterways Permit
- Maryland Department of Environment General Permit for Stormwater Associated with Construction Activity
- U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Permit Authorization
4. Will the design be available for review?
Yes, the design will be available for review, digitally on this webpage or printed copies will be available in our offices at 212 South Bond Street. Each submittal from the design engineer will be available for review. Property owners will be notified by email, phone, or mail when the plans are available.
1. Can the County construct this project on my property without my permission?
No, the County needs easements from each property owner where construction and construction access is proposed. Stream restoration projects are voluntary and property owners are not obligated to provide easements.
2. When will the easement documents be available for property owners to review?
Easements are based on the areas delineated in the design for construction and construction access. These areas are typically finalized when the design is approximately 75% complete. At that time property plats will be developed which show the limits of the proposed easements.
1. What time of year can construction take place?
The timing for construction will be based on the stream designation assigned by Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
2. When will construction start?
Construction can start approximately 3 months after the design is completed. This allows for the project to be advertised for bids from pre-qualified contractors who specialize in stream restoration.
3. How long will it take to complete construction?
Approximately 6 months.
To get a better idea of what construction will look like, please click here Version OptionsFrequently Asked QuestionsFrequently Asked QuestionsHeadline for the Harford County Code Chapter 235 Television
4. What time of day will construction occur?
Working hours are 7 am to 3 pm. The Contractor may work beyond 3 pm with permission from the County.
5. Will construction occur on the weekends?
The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday. The Contractor can request to work weekends but his would be subject to approval by the County.