| Abstract |
The main objective of these proposed changes is to clarify, update and otherwise improve the regulations through a variety of steps, namely: 1. Expansion of opportunities for remedial action by individuals and local wastewater agencies affected by the regulations. 2. Clarification of remedial options available, the types of sewer connections exempt from Agency permits, and elimination of other ambiguities in the regulations. 3. Improvements in due process through codification and formalization of informal procedures and practices currently followed by the Board and the Agency. 4. Elimination of obsolete language and updating of the language to relate the regulations to current federal law. The changes cut across a wide spectrum of Board and Agency procedures and practices relating to variances, permit appeals, permits exemption and the preparation of data reports, guidelines and responses all of which involve time and expense by individuals, local wastewater authorities, the Board and the Agency. Some of the changes are expected to encourage more activity and increase administrative costs. No substantive changes are proposed. |
