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CT HB05526

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/28/2011

Primary Sponsor

Edwin Gomes

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Origin

House of Representatives

2011 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes a permitting program administered by the Commissioner of Environmental Protection for commercial quarrying projects on parcels of 100 acres or fewer
  • Applies only to municipalities with town meeting form of government and population between 2,000 and 3,000 residents
  • Requires applicants to submit environmental compatibility statements and justification for why the specific parcel is most suitable for the project
  • Mandates obtaining a permit from the commissioner before commencing any quarrying work
  • Prohibits permit approval if the project may adversely affect surface water or groundwater quantity or quality

Legislative Description

An Act Requiring A Permit For Certain Commercial Projects That Involve Quarrying.

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

7/13/2011

Committee Referrals

Environment1/20/2011

Full Bill Text

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