Wetlands and Stream Mitigation Bank Feasibility Study (Fort Bend County)
Fort Bend County,TX
RG Miller | DCCM prepared a feasibility study to determine if the development of a mitigation bank should be pursued, alone or in concert with a partner organization. The study researched and determined the anticipated supply and demand of stream and wetland credits in the year 2040. RG Miller | DCCM evaluated the supply and demand by watershed and recommended various possible locations for a mitigation bank. Private land owners in the target watershed were approached to determine if there was interest in pursuing a joint or collaborative facility. RG Miller | DCCM interviewed key managers and elected officials at the County to identify policy issues surrounding the establishment of a mitigation bank. RG Miller | DCCM prepared detailed implementation cost estimates and revenue projections. RG Miller | DCCM evaluated options using a comparison of calculated net present values.