🚀 Thinking about building near a lake, wetland, or shoreline in Michigan? Environmental consultant Zach Vandenberg explains how permits, EGLE regulations, wetlands, floodplains, and shoreline protection can impact your project. Learn what homeowners, developers, and landowners need to know before breaking ground and how proper planning can save time, money, and costly mistakes.

🎧 Hosted by: Phil Nykamp

👤 Guest:🏡 Zach Vandenberg – Environmental Consultant | Peterson Vandenberg Environmental

Zach VandenBerg is Co-Owner of a West Michigan–based environmental consulting firm with over 30 years of combined industry experience. His firm has supported more than 2,000 environmental permits since 2008, specializing in wetlands, critical dunes, and high-risk erosion areas, while assisting clients with complex regulatory approvals and land development projects.

💡 Key Topics Covered:

✔️ Understanding EGLE permitting requirements

✔️ Wetland and shoreline development regulations

✔️ Dock, dredging, and lakefront property considerations

✔️ Environmental planning for residential and commercial projects

✔️ Future trends in shoreline protection and conservation

🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights!

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