Leigh Varela
Environmental Planner
Education:
Bachelor of Environmental Studies
Geography and Environmental Management
Earth Systems Science Specialization
University of Waterloo, 2015
Joined Floyd|Snider: 2024
Leigh is an Environmental Planner with a background in environmental permitting and consulting. She specializes in State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) environmental assessments, comprehensive land use applications, and shoreline development permits. She has complimentary experience in natural resource management planning, conservation, and habitat restoration. Leigh works with the permitting team at Floyd|Snider to develop strategic permitting plans, facilitate project approvals, address compliance issues, and implement mitigating measures.
Professional Strengths
Conducting detailed environmental assessments and permit applications to guide sustainable development and ensure regulatory compliance
Identifying potential environmental impacts of proposed projects and developing effective mitigating measures
Collaborating with clients and regulatory agencies to achieve project objectives and compliance
Performing endangered species surveys and habitat evaluations to inform natural resource mitigation plans
Committed to staying current with emerging trends, research, and best practices in environmental planning and sustainability