Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 391 - RULES OF GEORGIA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Chapter 391-3 - ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Subject 391-3-2 - GROUNDWATER USE
Rule 391-3-2-.07 - Duration of Permit and Renewal

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 391-3-2-.07

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through December 18, 2024

(1) Except for farm use, no permit granted under Rule 391-3-2-.06 of this Chapter shall be issued for a longer period than the longest of the following:

(a) ten years; or

(b) the period found by the Division to be necessary for reasonable amortization of the applicant's withdrawal or water-using facilities.

(2) A permit may be renewed following its expiration upon compliance with the provisions for the submitting a new permit application.

(3) Permits for farm use shall carry no expiration date.

(4) Except for farm use, a permit shall not be transferred except with the approval of the Division. The Division shall transfer farm use permits upon written notification that a change in ownership has occurred.

Ga. Laws 1972, pp. 976, 984 et seq., as amended by Ga. Laws 1973, pp. 1273, 1279. Effective June 3, 1974; O.C.G.A. Sec. 12-5-105.

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