Violation Resolution

Receiving a Notice of Violation (NOV), Enforcement Order, or a "Cease and Desist" letter is a stressful experience for any property owner. Whether the violation was accidental—like clearing brush too close to a wetland—or inherited from a previous owner, the regulatory clocks start ticking immediately. At Avizinis Environmental Services, we specialize in stepping between you and the regulators to negotiate a resolution that minimizes fines and legal exposure.

Immediate Assessment & Stabilization The first step in resolving an enforcement case is to stop the clock. Our priority is to establish a line of communication with the enforcement officer to show that you are taking the matter seriously, which often pauses the escalation of daily fines. We assess your site independently for all issues and compare it against the regulations of the Rhode Island DEM, CRMC, or the local Massachusetts Conservation Commission.

Negotiating Consent Agreements In many cases, the goal is to reach a Consent Agreement (RI) or resolve the Enforcement Order (MA) without costly litigation. We act as your technical advocate, negotiating the terms of the settlement. We differentiate between "significant alterations" that require major remediation and minor infractions that can be resolved with simple stabilization.

Restoration & "After-the-Fact" Permitting Resolution typically takes one of two paths. If the work could have been permitted, we file for "After-the-Fact" Permitting (such as a retroactive Notice of Intent) to legalize the existing structures. If the damage is strictly prohibited, we design and oversee a Wetland Restoration Plan to return the site to compliance.

Don't ignore the letter—delays can lead to escalating penalties and legal action. Contact us immediately to manage the process and protect your property rights.