Design and construction criteria for decentralized wastewater treatment systems using land application

No later than July 31, 2027, the commissioner shall promulgate rules applicable to the design and construction of decentralized wastewater treatment systems using land application. These rules apply to permits issued pursuant to § 69-3-108(b)(2) and (c) and plan approvals issued pursuant to § 68-221-102 for decentralized wastewater treatment systems using land application. At a minimum, the rules must define material revisions for purposes of § 68-221-109(c), address proper siting, soil characterization, soil mapping, hydraulic loading, redundancy and reserve area requirements, and long-term performance standards to ensure adequate protection of surface waters, groundwater, and public health.