(c)

1. (1) Particularly in the case of created wetlands, it is recognized that all wetlands conditions may not exist within three (3) years.
2. (2) However, if the Private Wetland and Riparian Zone Creation, Restoration, and Conservation Committee and the Department of Agriculture are satisfied that processes are underway that will result in the establishment of the conditions, the project may be approved or judged complete.

(d) Wetlands shall be restored adjacent to existing wetlands whenever possible to:

1. (1) Increase wetland system complexity;
2. (2) Decrease habitat fragmentation; and
3. (3) Enhance natural colonization of the wetland by plants and animals.

(e) Wetlands shall be connected to other wetlands by corridors, where feasible, to:

1. (1) Facilitate movement of plants and animals between wetlands; and
2. (2) Enhance other wetland functions and values.

(f) All vegetation establishment components:

1. (1) Shall conform to current acceptable standards and practices to ensure adequate survival rates and spacing of plantings; and
2. (2) Should be selected to benefit wildlife and not be detrimental to the environment.