Permitting
Environmental Permitting for Waterfront and Sensitive Sites Proper permitting is a critical part of any waterfront, wetland, or environmentally
sensitive project. db Design Group specializes in state and local environmental permitting for properties near lakes, rivers, wetlands, and other protected natural resources.
Our focus is on projects within 250 feet of protected water bodies, work in wetlands and wetland buffers, and whole-property improvements that require careful coordination between design, permitting, and construction.
We help permit full-property projects, including:
- New architect-designed homes
- Renovations and redesigns of existing homes
- Driveways, parking areas, and access improvements
- Terraces, walls, walkways, patios, and outdoor living areas
- Septic system coordination
- Lawns, meadows, planting areas, and revegetation plans
- Shoreline access, stairs, paths, and waterfront improvements
- Sport courts, fields, tennis courts, and pickleball courts
- Landscape planning, site design, and landscape design
Permitting services we provide
- NHDES Wetlands Permits
- NHDES Shoreland Permits
- Shoreland Permit by Notification applications
- Tree cutting permits
- Land disturbance and erosion control permits
- Stormwater management permits
- Revegetation and planting plans
- Local wetlands and conservation review
- Driveway and access permits
- Floodplain review, where applicable
- Zoning variances and special exceptions
- Planning Board and Zoning Board coordination
- Site Plan Review support
Our role is to help clients understand what approvals are required, prepare clear permit documents, coordinate with consultants and municipal officials, and guide projects through the review process. The goal is not just to obtain permits, but to create well- designed projects that protect water quality, reduce erosion, respect the landscape, and support long-term property value.
DB design group is a Landscape Architectural design company serving the New England region in particular the New Hampshire areas of Lake Sunapee, Lake
603-763-6423 • 38 Main St, New London, NH • P.O. Box 356, Sunapee, NH 03782 • www.dbdesigngroup.com
Winnipesaukee, the seacoast including Portsmouth and Rye, Hanover, Concord, New London, Newbury, Warner, Sunapee, Hanover, Lebanon and Bow. In Vermont, we serve the central part of the state and area resort towns including Norwich, Quechee, Woodstock, Weathersfield, Stowe and Ludlow to name a few. We are dedicated to landscape design excellence, utilizing the latest in Architectural Landscape design ideas and proven installation techniques. Thank You,
Our End-to-End Process
- Site Analysis: We assess the site’s natural characteristics and client preferences to understand its identity and potential uses.
- Permitting: Navigating regulatory requirements specific to your property’s location.
- Conceptual Master Planning: Developing an overarching vision for your property, considering its unique features and your specific goals.
- Construction Admin: Overseeing execution and providing thorough documentation.
- Property Management: Ensuring long-term care and continued enhancement of your transformed space.