MI HB4891

Extends the groundwater discharge permit fee authority until October 1, 2023, with annual fees ranging from $200 to $3,650 depending on facility type, and requires the state to grant or deny permit applications within 180 days or provide a 15% discount on the fee.

Allows municipalities to pass groundwater discharge permit fees to individual users of municipal facilities.

Establishes an expedited review process for three types of wastewater projects (gravity sewer extensions up to 10,000 feet, simple pumping stations, and small diameter pressure sewers) with fees ranging from $1,000 to $4,000.

Requires applicants requesting expedited review to submit applications electronically before October 1, 2023, with engineer-sealed construction plans and appropriate fees, with a 10-business-day processing deadline.

Provides fee refunds if the department fails to meet the 10-business-day expedited review deadline and establishes graduated penalty fees for incomplete or resubmitted applications.