N.J. Admin. Code § 7:14A-22.7 - Requirements for preliminary review of applications for treatment works approval-stage I

(a) Stage I approvals are optional but are recommended for new or expanded treatment plants and for projects involving new or innovative technologies or designs.

(b) Applications submitted for stage I review shall contain the following:

1. A letter of request for a Stage I review from the applicant or applicant's agent; and

2. A project report which, at a minimum, contains the following:

i. Project concept, scope and purpose;

ii. Water quality management considerations;

iii. A brief description of proposed treatment and/or conveyance methods, and appropriate basis for design;

iv. For new or innovative technology application, performance data from similar facilities; and

v. A sludge management proposal;

(c) The Department will respond to the applicant with the review findings for appropriate consideration.

(d) Any applicant who proceeds to a stage II design, without first obtaining a stage I approval shall bear the full responsibility for the adequacy of design to meet the intended purpose and the Department reserves the right to require the applicant to investigate the feasibility of alternate treatment or conveyance methods during the stage II application process, if the Department determines that drawbacks may exist with the submitted design.

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N.J. Admin. Code § 7:14A-22.7