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Environmental Permit Contested Case Hearing Request
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Office of the Chief Clerk
Formal request for a trial-like administrative hearing on disputed issues in a qualifying environmental permit application.
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How to get help
File during the deadline stated in the public notice or decision letter. Clearly request a contested case hearing and include contact information, permit number and applicant, the affected property's location and distance, specific adverse effects, and relevant disputed facts or legal issues previously raised during the public-comment period.
Who this service helps
A person specifically affected by the proposed permit in a way not common to the general public, or a qualifying association identifying an affected member, for an application where Texas law allows a contested case hearing.
Where this service is available
Service area: People and qualifying associations affected by pending Texas environmental permit applications statewide, including matters in the Central Texas counties.
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About this service
TCEQ commissioners review timely hearing requests and may refer granted issues to the State Office of Administrative Hearings for a contested case proceeding.
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