Environmental Permits

Protecting Your Investment and the Environment

Obtaining the appropriate environmental permits is one of the best ways to prevent future accusations of violating environmental regulations. An environmental permit allows you to engage in an activity that otherwise would be illegal. Cox & Fisher, LLC, located in Greenville, South Carolina, helps South Carolina businesses obtain and remain compliant with necessary environmental permits.

permitsOur experienced environmental law attorneys help our clients identify applicable environmental requirements, evaluate their operations, and develop environmental policies and practices not only to achieve and maintain compliance, but also to become good corporate citizens and take advantage of opportunities for environmental improvements and cost savings that extend beyond permitting and compliance. The principal regulatory programs handled by the firm include:

  • Clean Water Act – Water Pollution Control
  • Wetlands and Stream Mitigation
  • Wildlife and Endangered Species Act
  • Brownfields Land Redevelopment
  • Historic Preservation Act
  • National Environmental Policy Act
  • Solid Waste and Resource Recovery

Failing to comply with any of these laws or failing to obtain necessary permits, could result in severe criminal and civil penalties. For example, violation of the Clean Water Act could subject you to a fine of $32,500 per day, per violation. Other laws can lead to an injunction against your project. It is important to deal with these problems at the beginning of your project. By the time you come to us with a problem, you may already have accrued significant fines or be facing costly delays.

In some cases, applying for a permit under one statute can trigger the application of other environmental laws. The interaction of the laws and regulations can be complex and confusing. Let our attorneys navigate your company through the maze of environmental laws and serve as project manager coordinating your team and its interaction with the state and federal agencies.

At Cox & Fisher, LLC, we help businesses follow the law and protect the environment. We will help you minimize potential legal threats while protecting your business venture. For information on how do this, contact us for a free initial consultation. We represent developers throughout South Carolina, including in Spartanburg, Columbia, Charleston, and Rock Hill.