Wisconsin Wetland Conservation Trust

Learn about the DNR In-Lieu Fee Wetland Mitigation Program.

Explore ILF mitigation projects.

Restore wetlands by applying for WWCT project funds.

Mitigate permitted wetland impacts with WWCT credits.

The DNR's Wisconsin Wetland Conservation Trust has been operating since November 2014. The program sells wetland credits to permittees needing to offset authorized wetland impacts. As of January 1, 2025, the WWCT has funded 15 ILF mitigation projects totaling over 850 acres of restoration.

Potential ILF Mitigation Project Proponents

• Eligible participants
• Request for Proposals process
• Desirable project sites
• WWCT Guidance

Credit Sales

• Credit sales process
• Service area map
• Credit fee schedule / available credits
• Annual Report FY2024
• Annual Report FY2023

Older Annual Reports

• Annual Report FY2022
• Annual Report FY2021
• Annual Report FY2020
• Annual Report FY2019
• Annual Report FY2018
• Annual Report FY2017
• Annual Report FY2016
• Annual Report FY2015

Statute and Policy

• WWCT Program Instrument
• USACE Rule 33 CFR part 332
• Wisconsin Statutes s. 281.36
• Wisconsin Statutes s. 281.37
• Chapter NR 350, Wis. Adm. Code