OAR 340-045-0045: Transfer of an NPDES or WPCF Permit

(1) A person may not transfer an NPDES or WPCF permit to a third party without DEQ’s prior written approval. DEQ may grant approval where the transferee acquires a property interest in the permitted activity and agrees in writing to fully comply with all the terms and conditions of the NPDES or WPCF permit and the rules of the Commission. (2) An applicant requesting to transfer a permit must submit an application on a form DEQ provides, for authorizing a permit transfer. The form should be submitted to DEQ at least 30 days prior to the proposed action. (3) The transfer of a permit is considered a Category I permitting action as described in OAR 340-045-0027.