Environmental Agency Links
Quick access to NJDEP, NYSDEC, NYC OER, EPA, and industry standards. Curated resources for environmental professionals working in the NY/NJ market.
New Jersey DEP
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regulatory resources and guidance documents.
NJDEP Site Remediation Program
Main portal for NJ contaminated site cleanup requirements, LSRP oversight, and remediation standards.
NJDEP DataMiner
Search NJDEP environmental databases for permits, violations, and site remediation cases.
LSRP Board
Licensed Site Remediation Professional certification, regulations, and professional standards.
NJ Brownfields Assistance Center
Brownfield cleanup resources, funding programs, and liability protections for NJ sites.
NJDEP Land Use Permitting
Freshwater wetlands, flood hazard, coastal, and CAFRA permit requirements.
NJPDES Permits
New Jersey Pollutant Discharge Elimination System stormwater and wastewater permits.
New York State DEC
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation programs and guidance.
NYSDEC Environmental Remediation
State Superfund, Brownfield Cleanup Program, and Voluntary Cleanup Program information.
NY Brownfield Cleanup Program
BCP enrollment, tax credits, liability releases, and cleanup requirements for NY brownfields.
NYSDEC SPDES Permits
State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits for stormwater and wastewater.
Environmental Notice Bulletin
Weekly publication of permit applications, public hearings, and regulatory notices.
Part 375 Soil Cleanup Objectives
New York soil cleanup standards and remediation guidance values (6 NYCRR Part 375).
New York City
NYC-specific environmental programs including E-Designation, stormwater management, and infrastructure.
NYC Office of Environmental Remediation (OER)
E-Designation program, NYC VCP, and Brownfield Incentive Grants for NYC properties.
NYC E-Designation Program
Requirements for properties with E-Designations, including Phase I/II and remediation protocols.
NYC DEP
NYC Department of Environmental Protection - water, sewer, and stormwater programs.
NYC Stormwater Permits
Stormwater permit requirements for development projects disturbing 20,000+ sf or adding 5,000+ sf impervious area.
NYC Unified Stormwater Rule
Updated water quantity and quality requirements for combined and separate sewer drainage areas.
NYC Stormwater Manual
Technical manual for stormwater management design requirements under Chapter 19.1.
NYC Department of Design and Construction
Public infrastructure design and construction - streets, water mains, sewers, and public buildings.
DDC Sustainable Infrastructure
Green infrastructure, resiliency initiatives, and sustainable design for NYC public projects.
NYC Buildings Department
Construction permits, building codes, and development requirements.
ZOLA - NYC Zoning and Land Use Map
Interactive zoning map showing land use, E-Designations, and environmental restrictions.
NYC MS4 Program
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System program and stormwater management initiatives.
US EPA
Federal environmental regulations, guidance, and compliance resources.
EPA Brownfields Program
Federal brownfield grants, assessment funding, and technical assistance programs.
CERCLA / Superfund
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act resources.
RCRA Hazardous Waste
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act regulations for hazardous waste management.
Underground Storage Tanks (UST)
Federal UST regulations, leak prevention, and closure requirements.
PFAS Resources
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances guidance, health advisories, and cleanup standards.
All Appropriate Inquiries (AAI)
EPA requirements for environmental due diligence and CERCLA liability protection.
EPA Region 2
EPA regional office serving New York, New Jersey, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands.
Industry Standards
ASTM standards and professional practice guidelines for environmental consulting.
ASTM E1527-21 (Phase I ESA)
Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Process.
ASTM E1903-19 (Phase II ESA)
Standard Practice for Environmental Site Assessments: Phase II Environmental Site Assessment Process.
ASTM E2600-15 (Vapor Encroachment)
Standard Guide for Vapor Encroachment Screening on Property Involved in Real Estate Transactions.
ASTM E1528-22 (Transaction Screen)
Standard Practice for Limited Environmental Due Diligence: Transaction Screen Process.
AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications
Load and Resistance Factor Design specifications including foundation design for bridges and structures.
AASHTO Manual on Subsurface Investigations
Guidelines for planning and conducting subsurface exploration programs for highway projects.
FHWA Drilled Shafts Manual (FHWA-NHI-10-016)
Comprehensive reference for design and construction of drilled shaft foundations.
FHWA Geotechnical Engineering Resources
FHWA portal for geotechnical manuals, driven piles, soils & foundations, ground improvement, and shallow foundation design guidance.
ASTM D1586 (Standard Penetration Test)
Standard Test Method for Standard Penetration Test (SPT) and Split-Barrel Sampling of Soils.
Professional Organizations
Industry associations and professional development resources for NY/NJ engineers.
ACEC (American Council of Engineering Companies)
National business association for engineering companies.
ACEC New Jersey
New Jersey chapter representing engineering companies in advocacy and professional development.
ACEC New York
New York chapter for engineering firms, events, and industry advocacy.
ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)
Professional organization for civil engineers with standards and continuing education.
ASCE Metropolitan Section
NYC-area ASCE section serving civil engineers in New York City and surrounding counties.
ASCE New Jersey Section
New Jersey ASCE section for networking, professional development, and advocacy.
NJSPE (NJ Society of Professional Engineers)
Professional engineering society promoting licensure and ethical practice in New Jersey.
NYSSPE (NY State Society of Professional Engineers)
New York State professional engineering society for licensure advocacy and ethics.
Geo-Institute (ASCE)
ASCE specialty institute for geotechnical engineering professionals and research.
NYWEA (NY Water Environment Association)
Water quality professionals in New York focused on wastewater and stormwater management.
NJWEA (NJ Water Environment Association)
New Jersey water environment professionals for wastewater treatment and water quality.
Environmental Bankers Association
National association for lenders and environmental professionals advancing sustainable lending and brownfield finance practices.
Environmental Professionals Organization of CT (EPOC)
Regional environmental professionals network with tri-state area membership and events.
Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists (AEG)
Professional organization for engineering geologists and environmental geology practitioners.
PDCA (Pile Driving Contractors Association)
International association promoting driven piles as deep foundation solutions with education and technical resources.
DFI (Deep Foundations Institute)
International association for contractors, engineers, and suppliers in deep foundations and excavations.
Transportation & Infrastructure
State and city DOT resources for engineering, permits, and environmental compliance.
NJDOT Homepage
New Jersey Department of Transportation - projects, permits, and engineering resources.
NJDOT Environmental Permits
NJPDES 5G3 stormwater permits and environmental compliance for DOT projects.
NJDOT Permits Center
Portal for access permits, overweight vehicle permits, and advertising permits.
NJDOT Major Access Permits
Requirements for driveway and street access to state highways.
NJDOT Engineering
Design standards, specifications, and CADD resources for NJ transportation projects.
NJDOT Environmental Programs
Environmental stewardship and regulatory compliance for NJDOT projects.
NYSDOT Geotechnical Engineering Bureau
Geotechnical engineering resources, soil data, and foundation design guidance.
NYC DOT
New York City Department of Transportation - streets, bridges, and traffic engineering.
FHWA Geotechnical Engineering
Federal Highway Administration geotechnical engineering portal with design manuals and technical guidance.
NJDOT Geotechnical Engineering
NJ DOT geotechnical engineering unit resources, boring logs, and foundation design standards.
FHWA Earth Retaining Structures
Design guidelines for mechanically stabilized earth walls, anchored walls, and soil nail walls.
Brownfield Funding & Grants
Tax incentives, grants, and financial assistance for brownfield redevelopment
EPA Brownfields Grants
Assessment, Cleanup, and Revolving Loan Fund grants for brownfield redevelopment.
NJ Brownfield Tax Incentive Program
Tax reimbursement for eligible brownfield redevelopment costs in New Jersey.
NY Brownfield Cleanup Program Tax Credits
Significant tax credits for sites enrolled in NY BCP upon completion of cleanup.
NJ Economic Development Authority
Financing programs including brownfield and contaminated site redevelopment assistance.
Empire State Development
New York State economic development incentives including environmental site remediation programs.
NJDEP Petroleum UST Remediation Fund
Financial assistance for cleanup of petroleum contamination from underground storage tanks.
Professional Organizations
Industry associations for networking, advocacy, and professional development
ACEC (American Council of Engineering Companies)
National business association for engineering companies with advocacy, events, and professional development.
ACEC New Jersey
New Jersey chapter representing engineering companies in advocacy and professional development.
ACEC New York
New York chapter for engineering firms, events, and industry advocacy.
ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers)
Professional organization for civil engineers with standards and continuing education.
NJSPE (NJ Society of Professional Engineers)
Professional engineering society promoting licensure and ethical practice in New Jersey.
NSPE (National Society of Professional Engineers)
National organization for PE licensure advocacy, ethics, and professional development.
AEG (Association of Environmental & Engineering Geologists)
Professional organization for environmental and engineering geologists.
NGWA (National Ground Water Association)
Professional organization for groundwater professionals with certifications and training.
PDCA (Pile Driving Contractors Association)
International association promoting driven piles as deep foundation solutions with education and technical resources.
DFI (Deep Foundations Institute)
International association for contractors, engineers, and suppliers in deep foundations and excavations.
Certifications & Licensing
Professional licensure, certifications, and regulatory training requirements
NJ Board of Professional Engineers
New Jersey PE licensure requirements, applications, and renewal information.
NJ PE License Guide
Step-by-step guide for obtaining a Professional Engineer license in New Jersey.
NJ Engineering Firm Certificate of Authorization
Requirements for engineering firms to obtain authorization to practice in NJ.
NY Office of the Professions - Engineering
New York State PE licensing, requirements, and professional standards.
NY License Verification Search
Verify NY professional licenses including engineers, land surveyors, and geologists.
NY Land Surveying License
New York State land surveyor licensing requirements and regulations.
LSRP Eligibility & Qualifications
Detailed requirements for LSRP license eligibility including education and experience.
NJ DEP Site Remediation Program Training
Training and certification requirements for NJ environmental professionals.
NY DEC PE Certification Requirements
Requirements for PEs certifying submissions to NYSDEC Division of Environmental Remediation.
OSHA Training Requirements
Federal OSHA training requirements including HAZWOPER for environmental site work.
NCEES
National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying - FE/PE exam administration.
Online Tools & Databases
Search tools, GIS mapping, and environmental data portals
NJ GeoWeb
NJDEP GIS mapping portal for environmental data and site information.
NY Environmental Site Remediation Database
NYSDEC database of contaminated sites including Superfund, brownfield, and VCP sites.
NYSED License Verification
Verify NY professional licenses for engineers, land surveyors, and geologists online.
EPA Envirofacts
EPA multi-program search for facility information, permits, and compliance data.
EPA ECHO
Enforcement and Compliance History Online - search facility compliance records.
EPA NEPAssist
GIS-based tool for environmental assessment and NEPA documentation.
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Official source for FEMA flood maps and zone determinations.
USGS National Map
National geospatial data viewer for topographic, hydrologic, and land cover data.
Regulatory Updates & News
Stay informed on regulatory changes and proposed rules
NJ Register
New Jersey Register for proposed and adopted rule changes.
NY State Register
New York State Register for regulatory notices and proposed rules.
EPA Federal Register Notices
Federal environmental regulatory actions and proposed rules.
NJDEP Regulatory Updates
Current and proposed NJDEP rule changes and regulatory initiatives.
NYSDEC Regulatory Agenda
NYSDEC regulatory actions and proposed rule changes.
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