IL SB0224

Requires all water main installation projects, including appurtenances like fire hydrants and valves owned by a public water supply and located in public rights of way or utility easements, to be included in the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's written approval

Establishes the Agency as having sole responsibility for design review and permitting of water mains and fire hydrants

Mandates that water mains and fire hydrants be installed in accordance with the written Agency permit

Fire hydrants connected to a plumbing system must be installed in accordance with the Illinois Plumbing License Law and related rules and ordinances

Amends Section 15 of the Environmental Protection Act regarding plans, specifications, and construction approval for public water supply installations