Susquehanna Lists Grandfathered Projects Under Legacy Water Rules
Published Date: 4/10/2025
Notice
Summary
If you have a project in the Susquehanna River Basin, this notice is for you! It lists which projects are officially 'grandfathered'—meaning they keep their old registration status without extra hassle. Make sure to check the dates so you don’t miss any important deadlines or fees.
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2026-09314 — Grandfathering Registration Notice
If you run a water project in the Susquehanna River Basin, this notice is for you! The Commission is reissuing 'grandfathered' registrations for certain projects, like Danville’s water system, during April 2026. This means some projects keep their old permissions without new fees or changes, but you gotta act within the set dates to stay in the clear.
2026-07201 — Grandfathering Registration Notice
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