Program. As required by USEPA, the PWSSP has drafted new construction permits,
minimum design regulations and operating permit regulations. These proposed
regulations can be found at our regulations page.
All proposed new public water systems and proposed extensions/modifications to
existing public water systems will need to obtain a construction permit from the
PWSSP before starting construction. The systems will have to submit a construction
permit application along with project construction plans and reports, specifications at
least 45 days ahead of the expected date of construction.
The fees associated with the construction permit must be paid with the application.
After construction is completed, the project engineer must request the PWSSP for an
approval of the construction and provide as-built plans, test results and other
pertinent data. Once the approval to construct is obtained, the owner/operator will
need to apply for an operating permit. The operating permit must be renewed every
three years. Also, all existing water systems will have to obtain an operating permit.
Related Information
- CLICK HERE to view the Public Water Systems & Bottled Water System Permit
- CLICK HERE to view the Navajo Nation Environmental Policy Act
- CLICK HERE to view the Navajo Nation Clean Water Act
includes, but not limited to, extensions to existing systems, new wells, renovations to the well, water storage tank or distribution, and other projects affecting
drinking water.
NNSDWA §501 authorizes the Executive Director of the NNEPA to develop regulations regarding to design/review. "No new or substantially modified public
water system shall be authorized to begin construction or operation within the jurisdiction of the Navajo Nation until such time as the Director has reviewed
the proposed design of such facility to ensure that it is capable of compliance with the application minimum construction guidelines for public water
systems."
Forms
- CLICK HERE to view the Application for Approval to Construct Drinking Water Facilities form
- CLICK HERE to view the Fee Schedule for Construction Permit Form (Effective April 2004)
- CLICK HERE to view the Permit Extension Request Form
- CLICK HERE to view the Construction Completion Report Form
of connections to the public water system.
1. Community Water System
A. Groundwater systems, number of connections:
Fewer than 25 $100
25- 99 $150
100-199 $250
200-499 $350
500-999 $500
B. Groundwater under the direct influence of surface water (GWUDI) or springs 1.5 times the fee for a similar size groundwater system.
C. Surface Water - two times the fee for a similar size groundwater system.
2. Nontransient, Noncommunity water systems — Same as a community water system
3. Transient, Noncommunity water system — $50
4. Consecutive — $50
These regulations are supported by §501 of the Navajo Nation Safe Drinking Water Act.
Forms
 | Application for Operating Permit | |
| Fee Schedule for Operating Permit Form (Effective April 2004) | |
