An Act amending the act of June 22, 1937 (P.L.1987, No.394), known as The Clean Streams Law, in other pollutions and potential pollution, further providing for potential pollution.
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
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Overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s Clean Streams Law to address ‘potential pollution,’ specifically focusing on construction sites. It allows construction sites disturbing one to five acres of land to apply for a waiver from certain National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements, provided they meet specific criteria outlined in federal regulations. This aims to streamline permitting for smaller construction projects while still protecting water quality.
Key provisions
- Allows construction sites disturbing 1-5 acres to apply for a waiver from NPDES permit requirements.
- The waiver application must comply with 40 CFR 122.26(b)(15)(i).
- The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) must grant the waiver if the criteria are met.
- Addresses ‘potential pollution’ within the existing Clean Streams Law.
- Relates to storm water discharges.
- Specifies the effective date of the amendment as 60 days from enactment.
Who is affected
- Construction companies
- Land developers
- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
- Property owners involved in construction projects
Notable changes
- Expands the scope of the Clean Streams Law to include ‘potential pollution’.
- Introduces a process for construction sites to potentially waive NPDES permit requirements under specific conditions.
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