Four regulatory amendments will make it easier and more efficient for people and businesses to get the natural-resource permits needed to rebuild homes from wildfire, begin new home construction and restore ecosystems. “We are making it easier and faster to start important projects, from rebuilding homes after disasters to restoring wetland habitat and industrial sites,” said Randene Neill, Minister of Water, Land and Resource Stewardship. “Shorter timelines mean projects get started faster, more jobs are created, and we all benefit from a stronger economy.” Changes to the Water Sustainability Regulation and the Riparian Areas Protection Regulation focus on improving clarity and supporting people and businesses to reduce project timelines. Flexibility has been added for developments in low-risk riparian areas, including after a wildfire or for utility maintenance, to proceed following a streamlined process. …Local governments, First Nations and Crown corporations will be able to conduct stream-restoration activities more easily.