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Wetland rules are set to change—making it easier to build housing near these areas after a heated year of debate. The administration initially wanted to allow construction in unmapped wetlands and slash buffer zones from 50 to 25 feet, sparking legal threats from environmental groups. After negotiations, the unmapped wetland plan was dropped, but reduced buffers for villages and downtowns remain. Lawmakers still oppose it, calling it a violation of legislative intent and separation of powers, citing lack of scientific backing. Yet, the Agency of Natural Resources moves forward—with environmental and housing groups now on board. New rules take effect August 8th, requiring builders to register if building between 26–50 feet from wetlands, and expire at the end of 2029.

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