N.J. Admin. Code § 7:13-7.39

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 24, December 18, 2024

Section 7:13-7.39 - Permit-by-rule 39-placement of an underground utility line that does not cross a regulated water

(a) Permit-by-rule 39 authorizes the placement of an underground utility line that does not cross a regulated water, provided the conditions at N.J.A.C. 7:13-6.7 are met and:

1. All disturbed areas in the flood hazard area are restored to pre-construction topography upon completion of the regulated activity;

2. The utility line is sealed to ensure that there will be no leakage or discharge in a regulated area;

3. The top of any manhole in a floodway is flush with the ground;

4. The top of any manhole in a flood fringe is flush with the ground, where feasible;

5. Any manhole has a watertight cover in the flood hazard area;

6. No disturbance is located within 25 feet of any top of bank, unless the project lies adjacent to a lawfully existing bulkhead, retaining wall, or revetment along a tidal water or impounded fluvial water; and

7. Any clearing, cutting, and/or removal of riparian zone vegetation is limited to actively disturbed areas.

N.J. Admin. Code § 7:13-7.39

Adopted by 48 N.J.R. 1067(a), effective 6/20/2016