picusld
Well-known member
Although this may be a PA specific problem, others may have run into it, so I am hoping to get any feedback possible...
History
A 100 acre residential sub division was approved and fully permitted about 4 years ago. There were no detention facilities on site due to the site's proximity to the adjacent stream. About 65% of the subdivision has been constructed. The current NPDES permit is getting ready to expire.
Problem
Upon filing for a renewal we have been told that the remaining lots need to meet all current requirements which translates into either the addition of a regional basin (which we would lose lots) or the addition of individual lot rain gardens (which would drive up the home price).
It just doesn't seem right. Is this being enforced by the DEP correctly? Any thoughts?
History
A 100 acre residential sub division was approved and fully permitted about 4 years ago. There were no detention facilities on site due to the site's proximity to the adjacent stream. About 65% of the subdivision has been constructed. The current NPDES permit is getting ready to expire.
Problem
Upon filing for a renewal we have been told that the remaining lots need to meet all current requirements which translates into either the addition of a regional basin (which we would lose lots) or the addition of individual lot rain gardens (which would drive up the home price).
It just doesn't seem right. Is this being enforced by the DEP correctly? Any thoughts?