Vermont H0746 simplifies permitting for potable water supplies and wastewater systems to reduce housing costs and foster development.

Vermont H0746 aims to streamline permitting for potable water supplies and wastewater systems, reducing costs and encouraging development. It simplifies design and installation requirements, exempts certain constructions from land use change tax, and allows alternative technologies. The bill mandates the Secretary of Natural Resources to consult with a Technical Advisory Committee for rulemaking, ensuring technical standards remain current. It also exempts certain activities from permit requirements and sets isolation distances for systems near potable water supplies.

Vermont H0746 simplifies permitting for potable water supplies and wastewater systems to reduce housing costs and foster development.

Vermont H0746 aims to streamline permitting for potable water supplies and wastewater systems, reducing costs and encouraging development. It simplifies design and installation requirements, exempts certain constructions from land use change tax, and allows alternative technologies. The bill mandates the Secretary of Natural Resources to consult with a Technical Advisory Committee for rulemaking, ensuring technical standards remain current. It also exempts certain activities from permit requirements and sets isolation distances for systems near potable water supplies.