How can I voice objection or support for a proposed application?
If you have valid objections to a proposed application, you can send written comments to the District Mining office during the public comment period which is approximately 60 days after the permit is accepted by DEP for review. The instructions for comment are included in the public notice along with the last date to comment. You may also request, in writing, an informal conference or public meeting. Your comments will be taken into consideration during the review of the permit. DEP encourages commenters to wait until an application has been officially accepted by DEP to send comments. Remember that comments should be pertinent to the application at hand. It is not useful to comment on personal issues regarding the applicant. And, any land use issues (such as allowing a zoning exemption for mining) can not be addressed under DEP jurisdiction a permit will not supercede local zoning ordinances. Please remember that DEP reviews the applications with regards to the regulations in place.
