A comparative analysis is not possible because of the absence of any equivalent federal or state regulation governing grants and reimbursements. The Chapter 111 regulations were developed to specifically provide a funding mechanism for watershed planning as authorized by the Commonwealth's Storm Water Management Act, Act 167. Changes to the regulation are not necessary or appropriate at this time. Any revisions to the regulations would be driven by amendments to Act 167, the Storm Water Management Act or the Storm Water Management Guidelines which are reviewed and approved by the General Assembly. Costs to local government to obtain reimbursement are minimal.
Grant applications require completion of simple application forms.