How to survive in a crazy regulatory environment

That is exactly what I am trying to discover. I have to work out a viable business strategy, so the failures like that of yesterday (I asked for 5000 shekel for an environmental report that cost 40,000 to the next door neighbor) can be avoided. I'll try to distill some wisdom from the internet. For starters, I quote from an European regulatory consultant website:

It is essential to know when and how to approach regulatory agencies, the questions to ask, and that messages received from them are properly interpreted, understood and addressed. A well prepared submission can help avoid unnecessary questions and issues arising during assessment. We apply the highest standards in helping you prepare, submit and follow-up your submissions, etc.

Another:

The maze of environmental regulations and programs designed to protect our (J:?) resources can be daunting. We have developed a proactive approach to environmental compliance support for our clients...

. Note to myself: This is a public learning diary and I realize that my honest-to-myself, intimate wonderings about how to conduct my design-consulting could hurt my business. Much of the consulting business is based on prestige and authority, and the publication of my learning process would undermine the faith my clients naively put in my authority. I hope none of my potential clients read this blog...