Texas SB1757 establishes a standard permit for certain rock crushing facilities, including monitoring and land use requirements.

Texas SB1757 amends the Health and Safety Code to create a standard permit for rock crushing facilities processing up to 1,500 tons of rock per hour. The permit requires monitoring water quality, seismicity, and air contaminants. Facilities must implement best management practices for water conservation and dust minimization. Owners and operators must submit a post-extraction land use plan, which may be replaced by an agreement with landowners. The bill also mandates public notice and hearings for permit applications, and establishes a citizen advisory committee for community concerns.

Texas SB1757 establishes a standard permit for certain rock crushing facilities, including monitoring and land use requirements.

Texas SB1757 amends the Health and Safety Code to create a standard permit for rock crushing facilities processing up to 1,500 tons of rock per hour. The permit requires monitoring water quality, seismicity, and air contaminants. Facilities must implement best management practices for water conservation and dust minimization. Owners and operators must submit a post-extraction land use plan, which may be replaced by an agreement with landowners. The bill also mandates public notice and hearings for permit applications, and establishes a citizen advisory committee for community concerns.