🐬Business Impacts of Marine Mammal Regulations for Lubec Harbor Project
Takes of Marine Mammals Incidental to Specified Activities; Taking Marine Mammals Incidental to Lubec Harbor Project in Lubec, Maine
Summary
In accordance with the regulations implementing the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA) as amended, notification is hereby given that NMFS has issued an incidental harassment authorization (IHA) to the Maine Department of Transportation (ME DOT) to incidentally harass marine mammals during construction activities associated with the Lubec Harbor project in Lubec, Maine.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Business Impact
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The document outlines compliance and regulatory requirements for marine mammal protection during construction activities, which businesses, especially those involved in infrastructure development, must adhere to. This includes implementing mitigation strategies and monitoring protocols, emphasizing the necessity for permits and authorizations which can impact project timelines and operational costs.