An application for modification of a surface water management permit shall be processed in accordance with this rule, unless otherwise revoked, suspended or expired.

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    (1) Applications to modify Individual Surface Water Construction or Individual Operation and Maintenance permits shall be made;
    (a) By formal application and reviewed using the same criteria as new applications, pursuant to Rules 40A-44.101 and 40A-44.301, F.A.C., or
    (b) By letter, provided the requested modification does not:
    1. Substantially alter the permit authorization,
    2. Increase the authorized discharge,
    3. Impact the environmental features of the project,
    4. Decrease the required retention/detention,
    5. Decrease any required flood control elevations for roads or buildings, and
    6. Exceed water quality standards at points of discharge as provided in Chapters 62-302 and 62-4, F.A.C.
    (2) Applications to modify a General Surface Water Management Permit shall be made:
    (a) In accordance with Rules 40A-44.041, 40A-44.101 and 40A-44.301, F.A.C., or
    (b) By letter providing the requested modification does not exceed the conditions of Fl. Admin. Code R. 40A-44.331(2)(b)
Rulemaking Authority 373.044, 373.113, 373.418 FS. Law Implemented 373.118, 373.406(5), 373.413, 373.416, 373.426, 373.429 FS. History-New 10-1-84, Amended 7-1-98, 3-27-17, 3-27-19.