Environmental Law & Natural Resources

Best Best & Krieger can assist public agencies and mining operators in complying with the state's regulatory scheme for reclaiming mining operations and conserving mineral resources, per the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act.

Our attorneys can advise public agencies and mining operations on all aspects of the land use permitting process for new mining operations, including the special CEQA issues that arise with mining uses. We can also advise regarding issues concerning nonconforming mining uses.  BB&K can assist mining operators in obtaining air quality permits and waste discharge requirements/NPDES permits, help them comply with state and federal wetlands regulation, and assist them in entering into streambed alteration agreements.