Tidelands Licenses, Grants, and Riparian Issues in New Jersey

New Jersey Tidelands & Riparian Rights Attorneys

Tidelands (also called riparian lands) are properties that are now or were formerly flowed by the mean high tide of a natural waterbody. The State of New Jersey claims ownership of those lands up to the high‑water line and maintains maps and procedures governing tidelands claims, licenses, grants, leases, and related permissions.

Rutter & Roy has the experience, judgment and relationships you need to obtain the approvals from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Tidelands Management, and the Tidelands Resource Council.  Common tidelands issues we handle include, but are not limited to, researching title and State claim maps, and obtaining licenses, grants and leases.

We also provide support in obtaining the environmental permitting needed for tidelands approvals. Rutter & Roy has excellent contacts at the Bureau of Tidelands Management and will coordinate with them to ensure that their clients’ applications are progressing to approval.

To discuss how our attorneys can assist you with your Tidelands needs, please contact us.