As used in this chapter, the term: “Board” means the Board of Natural Resources. “Director” means the director of the Environmental Protection Division of the Department of Natural Resources. “Division” means the Environmental Protection Division within the Department of Natural Resources. “Existing petroleum pipeline” means a petroleum pipeline constructed and in use prior to January […]
On or after July 1, 2017, any construction of a new petroleum pipeline or an extension in this state shall require a permit from the director as provided in this chapter. No construction activity on any portion of a new petroleum pipeline or any extension shall occur unless and until such permit is obtained. Such […]
Any application to the division for a permit under this chapter shall contain, at a minimum, the following: Siting information, including, but not limited to, a map showing the proposed location of the route of the new petroleum pipeline or of the extension; Information obtained from a cultural resource assessment conducted along the proposed route […]
In making the decision as to whether to grant any permits required by this chapter, the director shall determine whether the portion of the petroleum pipeline for which the permit is sought is consistent with and not an undue hazard to the environment and natural resources of this state after consideration of the following factors: […]
As used in this Code section, the term “aggrieved or adversely affected” means a challenged action has caused or will cause persons injury in fact and where the injury is to an interest within the zone of interests to be protected or regulated by the provisions of this chapter that the director is empowered to […]
No later than July 1, 2018, the board shall, pursuant to Chapter 13 of Title 50, the “Georgia Administrative Procedure Act,” promulgate such rules and regulations as are necessary and reasonable for purposes of enforcement of this chapter, which shall include, but may not be limited to: The submission of a permit application and provisions […]
