Relating to the review and permitting of sewer extensions and water supply distribution system extensions, and including effective date provisions

This bill relates to the review and permitting of sewer extensions and water supply distribution system extensions. Under current law, plans and specifications for sewer extensions and water supply distribution system extensions are subject to approval and permitting by a city or county public works department if the local public works department employs a qualified, licensed engineer who reviews the plans and specifications using specified standards adopted by the environmental protection commission. Plans and specifications that are not subject to approval and permitting by a local public works department are subject to permitting by the director of the department of natural resources. Under the bill, plans and specifications for sewer extensions and water supply distribution system extensions are subject to approval and permitting by a local public works department if the local public works department employs or retains a qualified, licensed engineer. The bill takes effect upon enactment.