7 Del. Admin. Code § 7103-155.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 3, September 1, 2024

Section 7103-155.0 - Information Required for Permits

Applications for permits for the treatment of sludge shall include a description of the treatment method, the source of the sludge, the quantity of sludge involved, and a map showing the location of the treatment facility. After a preliminary review the Department will specify the additional information necessary to evaluate the project and complete the application. Copies of this information shall be submitted and may include the following:

155.1 A site specific topographic map with a minimum scale of 1 inch = 200 feet and a contour interval of not more than 5 feet, showing the areal extent of the site, the property boundaries, the exact acreage of the facility, location of all buffer zones, and surrounding land uses within 2500 feet including residences, streams, roads and wells.

155.2 Site specific geologic and hydrogeologic information as required by the Department to ensure that the treatment facility does not constitute a threat to ground or surface waters of the State.

155.3 Detailed discussion of the methods to be used for the protection of the ground water, such as leachate control or natural attenuation.

155.4 A laboratory analysis of each sludge in conformance with Subsection 117.(2) of these regulations. The analysis shall include, as a minimum, percent solids, pH, and the dry weight concentration of total nitrogen, ammonium, nitrate, total phosphorous, total potassium, cadmium, copper, mercury, nickel, lead, and zinc. The Department may require the analysis of other parameters if considered necessary to protect public health or the environment.

155.5 A proposed program for monitoring the chemical quality of the ground water and surface waters on the site, including the depth and location of monitoring wells if applicable.

155.6 Written permission of the landowner or landowners for the operation to be carried out, and evidence of zoning approval as required by 7 Del. Code 6003(c).

155.7 Procedures to be employed to control odors, nuisances, and public access.

155.8 Location of the 100-year flood plain, if applicable.

155.9 Tax maps and property identification numbers.

155.10 Detailed design calculations.

155.11 Detailed engineering plans and specifications.

155.12 A detailed description of the treatment process.

155.13 Plans for storage and ultimate utilization of the treated sludge.

155.14 Plan to monitor efficiency of treatment device or process.

155.15 Contingency or emergency plans.

155.16 Other relevant information requested by the Department.

7 Del. Admin. Code § 7103-155.0