SECTION 252:626-3-4. Municipal permitting alternative

(a)   Municipalities may utilize an alternate process for the construction of a PWS distribution system extension if they:

(1)   adopt and enforce an ordinance requiring all PWS systems within their corporate limits to comply with applicable DEQ rules,

(2)   retain an adequate number of competent full-time staff, including at least one Engineer to review, approve, sign and seal plans and specifications for PWS distribution systems extensions,

(3)   have adequate inspection and enforcement staff and procedures to assure construction does not proceed before approval of or deviate from approved plans and specifications,

(4)   agree to supply DEQ with a copy of all approved plans and specifications and a list of all approved projects monthly, no later than the 15th day of the month following approval. The list of projects must include the name and location of each project and the date of approval by the municipality, and

(5)   received approval for the permitting alternative from the DEQ.

(b)   To utilize the municipal permitting alternative, municipalities must apply on DEQ forms.

(c)   This alternative may not be utilized for construction of water distribution lines larger than 12 inches in diameter or for construction funded by the State Revolving Fund.

[Source: Added at 18 Ok Reg 1612, eff 6-1-01; Amended at 25 Ok Reg 2304, eff 7-11-08]