An application for modification of a surface water management permit shall be processed in accordance with this rule, unless otherwise revoked, suspended or expired.

1. (1) Applications to modify Individual Surface Water Construction or Individual Operation and Maintenance permits shall be made;

   1. (a) By formal application and reviewed using the same criteria as new applications, pursuant to Rules 40A-44.101 and 40A-44.301, F.A.C., or

   2. (b) By letter, provided the requested modification does not:

      1. Substantially alter the permit authorization,

      2. Increase the authorized discharge,

      3. Impact the environmental features of the project,

      4. Decrease the required retention/detention,

      5. Decrease any required flood control elevations for roads or buildings, and

      6. Exceed water quality standards at points of discharge as provided in Chapters 62-302 and 62-4, F.A.C.

2. (2) Applications to modify a General Surface Water Management Permit shall be made:

   1. (a) In accordance with Rules 40A-44.041, 40A-44.101 and 40A-44.301, F.A.C., or
   2. (b) By letter providing the requested modification does not exceed the conditions of paragraph 40A-44.331(2)(b), F.A.C.

Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.418 FS. Law Implemented 373.118, 373.406(5), 373.413, 373.416, 373.426, 373.429 FS. History–New 10-1-84, Amended 7-1-98, 3-27-17, 3-27-19.