Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) Water Quality General Permit

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Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations: Do I Need a Water Quality Permit?
If you are starting a new concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) in Texas, this page provides information on whether a permit is required from the TCEQ. It includes information on individual permits and the general permit (TXG920000).
 
Delinquent Fees and Penalties Will Affect Processing Applications
Effective Sept. 1, 2006, the TCEQ will no longer issue, amend, or renew permits, registrations, certifications, or licenses to an entity or person who is delinquent on penalties or fees.
 
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Existing CAFO: Obtaining Coverage Under General Permit TXG920000
Steps to qualify and apply for coverage for an existing CAFO under this water quality general permit.
 
Expanded CAFO: Obtaining Coverage Under General Permit TXG920000
How to apply for coverage for a significantly expanded CAFO under Texas water quality General Permit TXG920000.
 
General Permit Storm Water and General Permit Wastewater Fee
Answers commonly asked questions from those billed for these annual fees, and provides agency contacts for more detailed questions.
 
New CAFO: Obtaining Coverage Under General Permit TXG920000
Steps to qualify and apply for coverage for a new CAFO under this water quality general permit.
 
Water Quality General Permit for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations: Do I Qualify?
CAFO definitions, coverage limitations, authorization process for CAFO general permits.
 
Water Quality General Permits Authorization and Application Query
Check the status of permits or applications covered under water quality general permits.
 
What Are Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations? When Must One Have a Permit?
Defines "concentrated animal feeding operation" (CAFO), based on the type or types of animals on site and the number of each type of animal on site.
 
Last Modified 9/15/08
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