1. An action of a political subdivision denying, modifying, or revoking a permit to install an onsite wastewater treatment system may be appealed to the department by petition for review. The appeal must be filed with the department within ten days of receiving notice of the denial, modification, or revocation.

2. Upon receipt of the petition, the department shall review the appealed decision and the petition to determine whether the denial, modification, or revocation was made in accordance with the provisions of this title and rules. The department shall provide its findings and recommendation to the political subdivision, the licensed installer, and the owner of the property where the proposed onsite wastewater treatment system is located.