Instructions for General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges - Notice of Intent (Noi) - Rhode Island

General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges - Notice of Intent (Noi) - Rhode Island

This document was released by Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and contains official instructions for General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges - Notice of Intent (Noi) . The up-to-date fillable form is available for download through this link.

FAQ

Q: What is a General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges?
A: A General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges allows certain facilities in Rhode Island to discharge cooling water into water bodies without making direct contact with the water.

Q: What is a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
A: A Notice of Intent (NOI) is a document that facilities must submit to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) to notify them of their intent to discharge non-contact cooling water under the General Permit.

Q: Who needs to submit a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
A: Facilities in Rhode Island that discharge non-contact cooling water and meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the General Permit must submit a Notice of Intent (NOI).

Q: What are the requirements for submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
A: The requirements for submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI) include providing information about the facility, the cooling water system, and adherence to additional operational and reporting requirements outlined in the General Permit.

Q: How do I submit a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
A: Notice of Intent (NOI) can be submitted electronically or by mail to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM). The specific instructions for submission can be found in the General Permit documentation.

Q: Is there a fee for submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
A: Yes, there is a fee associated with submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI) in Rhode Island. The fee amount and payment instructions can be found in the General Permit documentation.

Q: What happens after I submit a Notice of Intent (NOI)?
A: After submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI), the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) will review the document and notify the facility of the status of their application. If approved, the facility can proceed with discharging non-contact cooling water under the General Permit.

Q: Are there any reporting requirements after obtaining a General Permit?
A: Yes, facilities that obtain a General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges must comply with reporting requirements outlined in the permit. This includes submitting annual reports to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM).

Q: Can a General Permit be revoked or modified?
A: Yes, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has the authority to revoke or modify a General Permit for Non-contact Cooling Water Discharges if a facility fails to comply with permit requirements or if there are changes in regulatory standards.