(a) The Department of Health shall license and certify all applicants for licenses under this chapter who satisfy the requirements of the chapter. Licenses shall be granted according to classifications set forth by the State Board of Health.
(b) In an emergency, the department at its discretion may grant temporary permits for operation of a water system when and only when the public health and safety are not jeopardized. The temporary permit shall be valid for a period of not more than one (1) calendar year and may be renewed only one (1) time, with the approval of the department.