How long does it take to get DEQ approval for recharge?
DEQ does NOT approve or disapprove recharge projects. DEQ does have authority to approve a ground water monitoring program for a recharge project. DEQ may provide public notice to all potentially impacted property owners within the potential zone of influence by the recharge activity. Generally, a public comment period is open for 30 days following public notification. DEQ anticipates approval or disapproval within 30 days following the end of the public comment period. DEQ highly recommends that parties interested in conducting a recharge project contact DEQ for a pre-project consultation. DEQ realizes that timing of water availability for recharge is critical and encourages parties interested in a managed recharge project to have the water quality monitoring program approved well in advance of the anticipated start of a recharge project.
