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This page provides access to DHEC issued permits, certifications, registrations and licenses for activities that could affect the environment and public health. Talk with DHEC early about your plans. We can help you develop a coordinated roadmap and realistic schedule.
Citizen (Non-Business) Activities That May Require a DHEC Permit
- 401 Water Quality Certification
- Navigable Waters Permitting
- Nationwide Permits for Minor Projects
- Agricultural Permits
- Groundwater Withdrawal
- Surface Water Withdrawals
- Underground Injection Control (UIC)
- Dams & Reservoirs Permitting
- Stormwater Permitting
- Quarries
- Drinking Water Permitting
- Well Permitting for Public Water Supplies
- Swimming Pools Permitting
- NPDES
- Wastewater Construction
- Land Application Permitting
- Sanitary Sewers