APARTMENT ADVOCATE
NATIONAL APARTMENT ASSOCIATION
White House Announces Controversial
Water Rule Is a Done Deal
T
he Obama Administration has announced
the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and Army Corps of Engineers’ (Corps) controversial “Waters of the U.S.” final rule. The rule
is intended to clarify the scope of waters that are
subject to federal jurisdiction under the Clean
Water Act. The apartment industry supports a
strong Clean Water Act to protect the quality of
the nation’s valuable water resources. Access to
clean water is essential for healthy communities
and a strong economy. However, the EPA and
Corps have failed to fully assess the financial impact
of the rule on the economy, including the supply
of affordable housing. NAA/NMHC issued a statement responding to the May 27 announcement.
As part of a coalition of real estate groups, NAA/
NMHC filed detailed comments that argued
against including ditches, and other conveyances
that are federal H