Section 20.16 - Continuation of an Expiring Permit that was Issued by the Department Pursuant to 314 CMR 20.00(1) The conditions of a reclaimed water system permit issued by the Department pursuant to 314 CMR 5.00 continue in force beyond the expiration date as provided in 314 CMR 5.08.(2) The conditions of a reclaimed water system permit issued by the Department pursuant to 314 CMR 20.00 continue in force beyond the expiration date pursuant to M.G.L. c. 30A, § 13, if: (a) The permittee has made a complete and timely application for a permit renewal or for a new permit pursuant to 314 CMR 20.10; and(b) The Department does not renew the permit, issue a new permit, deny the application, or modify or revoke the permit on or before the expiration date of the expiring permit.(3) Permits issued by the Department pursuant to 314 CMR 20.00 and continued under 314 CMR 20.16 shall remain fully effective and enforceable until the effective date of a permit renewal or new permit.