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Central Alberta | Having worked in both the environmental and agricultural fields for many years, I think the key point is to be able to identify and classify a wetland. Most jurisdictions follow the Stewart and Kantrud system for classifying wetlands. A "wetland" is usually defined as a wildlife habitat, therefore it's dependent on whether the plants, animals, hydrology and soils contribute significantly to it being a wetland habitat.
"Agricultural" land use, means that a wetland is primarily being used for agriculture, therefore it's not classified as a wetland habitat. Unfortunately, whether it's a "wetland" doesn't depend on what we want it to be; it depends on whether wildlife has colonized it or not. Chances are, if it's a "wetland," you can't alter it for farming purposes. | |
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Help with government regs on Tiling
