Georgia SB447 revises provisions on soil erosion and sedimentation permits, including timelines and reasons for denial.
Georgia SB447 amends the control of soil erosion and sedimentation laws by revising permit procedures. Local issuing authorities must issue or deny permits within 45 days of application filing. If a permit is denied, the authority must provide written reasons and relevant law citations. Resubmitted applications must be reviewed within 14 days. Permits can be suspended, revoked, or modified if the holder is not in compliance. The bill also mandates clear criteria for permit approval and automatic acceptance of applications if not acted upon within the specified time frames.
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