In granting a permit pursuant to this chapter, the Department shall provide in writing a clear and concise statement of the legal basis, scientific rationale, and justification for the decision reached. When the decision of the Department is to deny a permit pursuant to this chapter, the Department shall, in consultation with legal counsel, provide a clear and concise statement explaining the reason for the denial, the scientific justification for the same, and how the Department's decision is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Copies of the decision, certified by the Director, shall be mailed by certified mail to the permittee or applicant.
2022, c. 356.
Structure Code of Virginia
Title 62.1 - Waters of the State, Ports and Harbors
Chapter 24 - Surface Water Management Areas
§ 62.1-243. Withdrawals for which surface water withdrawal permit not required
§ 62.1-244. Board may require information from persons withdrawing surface water
§ 62.1-245. Agreements among persons withdrawing surface water
§ 62.1-247. Use of surface water in surface water management area
§ 62.1-248.1. When application for permit considered complete
§ 62.1-248.2. Permit rationale
§ 62.1-249. Applicability of permit conditions
§ 62.1-250. State agency review
§ 62.1-251. Cancellation or suspension of permit