As a nearby property owner, what are my rights?
As an interested party in the state of Indiana, it is your right to obtain information on projects that will potentially impact the environment. Interested parties can join the IDEM mailing list for information on permit applications and permit decisions. Please see Chapter 2: How to get involved for more information on signing up for these informational mailing lists. In addition to obtaining information through general mailing lists, many permits require the applicant to notify the adjacent property owner and occupant. As a nearby resident, this alerts you of projects that might impact the environment, and potentially your family’s health. This is specifically important so that potentially affected residents can express their opinions and concerns about potential projects in the area. Finally, potentially affected parties that do not agree with IDEM’s permitting decision have the right to appeal any permitting decision. The process for appealing such a decision is outlined in the not
