Endangered Species Act- Effect on Land Development Projects

This CE course equips architects, engineers, planners, and developers with knowledge of how endangered species regulations affect land development projects. It emphasizes the Endangered Species Act (ESA), its implications, and strategies to avoid costly delays while ensuring environmental compliance.

🕒 1 CE HOUR   

CREDIT DESIGNATION: LU| ELECTIVE          

Date of course creation/update: 04/23/2026

Course Approval NO:  301MCAR

Education Pathways, LLC provider #10121561, is approved as an AIA Continuing Education Provider by the American Institute of Architects (AIA). Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. AIA provider approval period: 02/05/2026–02/05/2027. Architects completing this course receive 1 continuing education credit as designated by AIA.

This online reading-based asynchronous distance learning course :

Explores the definition of endangered species, the purpose and implications of the ESA, and its effects on land development. Participants will examine permitting requirements, habitat protection measures, and mitigation strategies. The course emphasizes how to access preliminary data, engage regulatory agencies, and incorporate environmental consultants to streamline project planning. By the end, participants will be prepared to balance development goals with conservation responsibilities.

 

Learning Objectives: 

  1. Define endangered species across categories (animals, plants, invertebrates).

  2. Discuss the purpose of the Endangered Species Act.

  3. Report positive and negative implications of the ESA.

  4. Recognize the effects of ESA requirements on land development projects.

  5. Examine ways to access preliminary data to avoid project delays.

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