The permit in question will be issued at DEP's Borough Office of Customer and Conservation Services. Applicant submits Septic Tank Installation Application package to the New York City Department of Buildings, DEP Staten Island Borough Office. Applicant performs a series of field tests at the project location from March 1 through June 30. Upon satisfactory completion of all field testing and acceptance of the application package, permit is issued directly by DEP Division of Sewer Regulation and Control. Package is reviewed for completeness and the accuracy of its information.
Letter stipulating valid period of dewatering and additional requirements is issued to applicant.
Permit is obtained from DEP's Bureau of Customer and Conservation Services according to other specific requirements. Dewatering period is stipulated in approval letter. Extensions are granted as requested by applicants. Because of the variety of sewer-related permits issued by DEP, there is no standard turnaround time for all permits. Other permits may take longer due to the complexity of the review process involved.