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Temporary Holding Tank: Estuary Development, LLC

Estuary Development, LLC has applied for a permit for a temporary holding tank to serve 25 dwellings located at Sea Lions Court, in Sussex County.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Progressive Growth, LLC

Progressive Growth, LLC has requested renewal of a permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system for the 301 Plaza, located at 921 Middletown Warwick Road, in New Castle County.


Water Allocation Permit: Carey Farms

Carey Farms has requested an allocation permit for two irrigation wells to be located 3 miles west of Slaughter Beach in Sussex County.


Board of Certification for Wastewater Operators – Board Member Vacancy

The Board of Certification for Wastewater Operators is accepting applications for two board member positions.


Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit: Robby Nichols, LLC

Robby Nichols, LLC has applied for a permit to transport septage, holding tank waste, grease trap waste/cooking waste and portable toilet waste to be disposed of at the Kent County Sanitary Sewer System.


Allocation Permit: Sailors Bethel Church

Sailors Bethel Church has requested a permit for an irrigation well to be located 0.2 miles South of Bethel, on Sam Lucas Road.


Wetlands and Waterways Applications

Lamar Advertising of Penn LLC proposes to build a wetland walkway to gain access for billboard maintenance in State-regulated Wetlands located southwest of Judy Johnson Drive, in Wilmington.


Notice of Public Hearing Cancellation: Seaford NPDES Permit

The Division of Water is rescheduling the public hearing on reissuance of a NPDES permit for the City of Seaford Wastewater Treatment Facility from Sept. 27 to Nov. 8, 2023.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: Baywood LLC

Baywood LLC has applied for a permit to install a pump station and approximately 1,167 seven linear feet of force main, and related appurtenances, to serve the Baywood Garden Villas residential development, located at 32147 Long Neck Road, in Sussex County.


Notificación de cancelación de la audiencia pública: Permiso del Sistema Nacional de Eliminación de Descargas de Contaminantes (NPDES, en inglés) de Seaford

La División del Agua cancela la audiencia pública programada para 27 de septiembre de 2023, a partir de las 6:00 p.m. para considerar sobre la reemisión del Permiso del Sistema Nacional de Eliminación de Descargas de Contaminantes para la Planta de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales de la ciudad de Seaford.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Diamond State Sustainability Corporation

Diamond State Sustainability Corporation has submitted an application for renewal of a permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system for the Grants Way subdivision, located on Turlock Center, in Sussex County.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: The Shoppes of Mt. Pleasant DST

The Shoppes of Mt. Pleasant DST has submitted an application to renew its permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system for the Shoppes of Mt. Pleasant shopping plaza.


Water Allocation Permit: Carey Farms, Inc.

Carey Farms has requested modification of an existing allocation permit for two proposed replacement irrigation wells and one existing well located east of Lincoln, on Draper Road and Rutt Road.


Source Water Assessment and Protection

The Source Water Assessment and Protection Program provides for the assessment and protection of sources of public drinking water from both surface water and groundwater sources in Delaware.

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Water Conservation

Drought watches, warnings and emergencies in Delaware are declared by the Governor, with guidance from the Water Supply Coordinating Council. In a drought watch or a drought warning, voluntary conservation measures are in effect. During a drought emergency, mandatory water use restrictions are imposed. Allocated users may


Water Allocation Permitting

A water allocation permit is required for all major water withdrawals under the Regulations Governing the Allocation of Water (7 DE Admin. Code 7303). The Division of Water publishes instructions and guidance for completing a water allocation permit application. A separate permit is required for water impoundments.


Water Use Reporting

Water allocation permit holders in Delaware are required to record and report water usage each year. These reports are used by the Division of Water in long-term water supply planning and water conservation efforts. Public, industrial, irrigation, golf course, and commercial users report monthly production for each water facility (well


Wetlands and Waterways Applications

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC Division of Water for wetlands and subaqueous lands permits, leases and certifications.


Water Allocation Permit: Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc.

Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc. has requested modification of an existing allocation permit to include four industrial wells located on John J Williams Hwy, east of Millsboro.


Water Allocation Permit Modification: Artesian Water Company

Artesian Water Company has requested modification of an allocation permit for two existing public wells located on Old County Road, 2.9 miles South of Glasgow in Kent County.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Love Creek MHP LLC

Love Creek MHP has applied for a permit for a temporary holding tank to serve a dwelling at 20800 Water Lily Lane, in Sussex County.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: OA North, LLC

OA North, LLC has applied for temporary holding tank permit to serve 25 dwellings in the Brighton – Hamlet 4 Subdivision on Lorewood Grove Rd, in New Castle County.


Water Allocation Permit: Flyway Acres, LLC

Flyway Acres, LLC has requested an allocation permit for a proposed irrigation well be located on Clendaniel Road, two miles South of Lincoln, in Sussex County.


Environmental Laboratory Quote Requests

The Delaware Environmental Laboratory provides scientifically credible analytical and technical support to DNREC and other state agencies. It can also provide testing for other projects on a contractual basis. Please complete the form below to submit a request for a quote. Lab staff will review the information provided and provide a quote


Wetlands and Waterways Applications

A list of recent applications to the DNREC Div. of Water for subaqueous lands leases and permits.


Notice of Public Hearing: Seaford NPDES Permit

The Division of Water will hold a public hearing to consider comments on the reissuance of the City of Seaford Wastewater Treatment Facility National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit.


Aviso de audiencia pública: Permiso del Sistema Nacional de Eliminación de Descargas de Contaminantes (NPDES, en inglés) de Seaford

La División del Agua del DNREC celebrará una audiencia pública para considerar sobre la reemisión del Permiso del NPDES de la Planta de Tratamiento de Aguas Residuales de la ciudad de Seaford.


Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit Renewals

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC Division of Water for renewals of Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permits.


Wetlands and Waterways Applications

The DNREC Division of Watershed Stewardship and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have applied for subaqueous lands permits and water quality certifications to conduct dredging and beach replenishment along Lewes Beach.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: State of Delaware

The State of Delaware has applied for a permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system to serve a Banquet Hall located at 76 Polly Drummond Hill Road, in Newark.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System Applications

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC Division of Water for On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Bauer Mobile Home Park

Randy S. Bauer has submitted a permit renewal application for an On-site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System for Bauer Mobile Home Park, located at 6806 Whiteleysburg Road, in Kent County.


Water Allocation Permit Application: PTV 1233, LLC

PTV 1233, LLC has requested a permit for a public well to be located 8 miles West of Felton in Kent County, on Willow Grove Road.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: Hishners, LLC

Hishners, LLC proposes to install three low pressure pump stations and approximately 595 linear feet of force main and related appurtenances to serve the businesses at Liberto Plaza, located at 1502 East Lebanon Road, east of Camden-Wyoming.


Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit: Sussex County Council

Sussex County Council has applied for renewal of a Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit that which allows the transport of septage, biosolids and sludge to be disposed of at county-owned wastewater treatment facilities.


Water Allocation Permit: Dale Blessing

Dale Blessing has requested an allocation permit for an irrigation well to be located on Holly Spring Road, west of Felton.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: Bunting Mack LLC

Bunting Mack LLC proposes to install a pump station, approximately 4,023 linear feet of force main and related appurtenances to serve the Coastal Villages-Phase 2 residential development, located southeast of Roxana Road, Selbyville.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: Fusco Properties

Fusco Properties proposes to install a pump station, approximately 65 linear feet of force main and related appurtenances to serve 226 detached single-family homes in the proposed Stratus Estates subdivision located southeast of Harbeson.


Wetlands and Waterways Applications

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC Wetlands and Waterways Section for subaqueous lands permits and leases.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Kirby and Holloway Provisions Company, Inc.

Kirby and Holloway Provisions Company, Inc. has submitted an application for renewal of their permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system for their facility at 966 Jackson Ditch Road, in Kent County.


Water Allocation Permit: Burton Family Farms, LLC

Burton Family Farms has requested an allocation permit for a proposed irrigation well to be located on Burton Road, west of Milton.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: Kaestone Bay, LLC

Kaestone Bay proposes to install a pump station, approximately 1,815 linear feet of force main and related appurtenances to serve 194 proposed single-family homes in the Kaestone Bay subdivision, northeast of Millsboro.


Temporary Holding Tank: Double H Properties, LLC

Double H Properties, LLC has submitted an application for a Temporary Holding Tank Permit to service the Cannery Village Subdivision.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Jeff Haass

Jeff Haass has submitted a renewal application for an Operation Permit for an On-site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System for the Haass Family Butcher Shop.


Water Allocation Permit Applications

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC Division of Water for water allocation permits.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: McKee Cap LLC

McKee Cap LLC has applied for a permit for a pump station and approximately 1,467 linear feet of main and related appurtenances to serve the McKee Road Apartments, at 1385 McKee Road, in Dover.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: David J. Austin

David J. Austin has submitted an application for a construction permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system to serve a 14-lot residential subdivision on Tower Road, in Kent County.


Temporary Holding Tank: Passwaters Farm, LLC

Passwaters Farm has submitted an application for a temporary holding tank permit to service the Heritage Shores Subdivision, in Sussex County.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System: Dora George

Dora George has submitted a permit renewal application for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system for the Fish Hook Mobile Home Park, in Sussex County.


Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Transporters Permit: DiGati Wastewater Services

DiGati Wastewater Services has applied for renewal of a permit to transport septage, holding tank waste and portable toilet waste to be disposed of at the Kent County Sewer System.





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