A unique aspect of Shawn’s practice is his focus on the relationship between land use and water.
He is the president of the City Attorneys Association of San Diego.
Shawn provides both general and special counsel services to California cities and public agencies.
Shawn Hagerty works with public agencies in California and throughout the United States to solve complex legal problems, with an emphasis on federal and state water quality and water supply laws. His years of experience serving as both general and special counsel to public agencies give him a deep understanding of the best practices, trends and approaches necessary to obtain permits for, and successfully implement, small and large-scale water quality and water supply projects. Because of Shawn’s experience as a city attorney, a unique aspect of his practice is his focus on the relationship between land use and water.
Water Quality
Shawn’s practice involves helping his public agency clients assess and comply with the numerous federal and state water quality regulations. This includes work under the Clean Water Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act and the state equivalents to these federal laws. He advises clients regarding the obtaining of, and compliance with, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits, and represents clients in administrative actions regarding such permits. His work includes stormwater permits, industrial permits (including construction), permits for publicly owned treatment works, water supply permits and 404 permits/401 certifications. It also includes related work triggered by the Endangered Species Act and other federal and state environmental laws that are involved in water quality and water supply projects. Shawn works with the Environmental Protection Agency and state water quality officials on these matters.
Representative Matters
Municipal Law and Land Use
In addition to his water quality and water supply experience, Shawn provides both general and special counsel services to California cities and public agencies regarding general governance and land use issues. Since 2003, Shawn has served as city attorney for the City of Santee, Calif. Since 2009, he has also served as corporate counsel to Civic San Diego, a nonprofit corporation that provides permitting, economic development and project management services to the City of San Diego in specific portions of the City. As counsel to these and other California entities, Shawn has developed experience in governance and land use matters applicable to California cities and public agencies.
Shawn is president of the City Attorneys Association of San Diego. He has taught land use and planning classes at the University of California, San Diego Extension, and presents at seminars for organizations such as the California Stormwater Quality Association, the National Association of Clean Water Agencies, the International Municipal Lawyers Association, the Texas City Attorneys Association, the Association of California Water Agencies, the California County Counsels Association, the Association of Environmental Professionals and other planning organizations.
Education
Admissions
Memberships
Awards
Withdrawal expands “functional equivalent” test for discharges that the Supreme Court established in County of Maui v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund
Clarity Provided for New “Functional Equivalent” Test
Changes to Clean Water Act Section 401 Certifications
County of Maui v. Hawai’i Wildlife Fund
New Thresholds Impact Wider Swath of Public Water Suppliers
New Response Thresholds and Regulations in the Works for Public Water Suppliers
Federal and State Governments and Courts Concerned About Toxicity and Water Contamination
Comments Being Sought
Ninth Circuit Rules in Hawaii Wildlife Fund, et al. v. County of Maui
Nation’s High Court Agreed to Hear Challenges to Controversial Rule
Funding Sources Potentially Impacted for Cities and Counties
Nationwide Stay of WOTUS Rule Remains in Effect
By clicking “Agree,” you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance website navigation, analyze website usage and assist in our marketing efforts. View our Cookie Notice here.
