The lands and waters of the Housatonic River Project encompass a total of 10,000 acres with 200 miles of shoreline. The Shoreline Management Plan (SMP) for the Housatonic River Project was developed as a requirement of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) providing FirstLight a license to generate electricity. Permits are required for the use of all lands and waters within FirstLight Project Boundaries. The SMP and other FirstLight publications provide guidance on shoreline management and permit requirements.
An Overview to the Design and Permitting of the Shoreline and Land Uses Along FirstLight’s Shoreline
Download PDFA Guide to The Design and Permitting of The Shoreline and Land Uses along FirstLight’s Shorelines
Download PDFFinal to FERC 3.27.2019; Approved 8.12.19; Last Rev. 11.30.20 (Appendix C)
Download PDFShoreline Management Plan, Appendix A Shoreline Designation Maps
Download PDFPermit Application Frequently asked questions and application checklists 01-28-2022
Download PDFSHORELINE AND LAND USE PERMIT APPLICATION CHECKLIST FOR COMMUNITIES 06-22-2022
Download PDFPermit Application Form rev. 01-28-2022, use only if applying by mail. Form not needed if applying using our online application and permit system.
Download PDF or Apply OnlineList of Contractors and Professionals Who Have Attended a FirstLight Educational Workshop
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Download PDFThomas Hackett v. J.L.G. Properties, LLC
Download PDFFirstlight Hydro Generating Company v. Allan Stewart et al
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