This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Record of Decision evaluates a permit application from the Port of Seattle (case 1996-4-02325) for construction work in the Seattle area, assessing environmental impacts including effects on wetlands, fish habitat, water quality, air quality, and noise. The document reviews compliance with numerous federal and state laws—such as the Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, and National Environmental Policy Act—and addresses public and agency concerns, including those related to airport and aircraft safety. It ultimately documents the Corps' findings and determinations regarding whether to issue, conditionally issue, or deny the requested permit.Open full document
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This is a Department of the Army Record of Decision (ROD) for a permit application by the Port of Seattle (application number 1996-4-02325). The document evaluates the proposed work under numerous statutory authorities including NEPA, the Clean Water Act Section 404, the Endangered Species Act, and the National Historic Preservation Act, among others. It covers impact evaluations on wetlands, fish and wildlife, water quality, and cumulative impacts, and concludes with determinations on permit issuance.