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Chapter 105:
Streams & Wetlands
If you are planning to have any activities take place in, along, over, through, or under a wetland or within 50 feet of a stream channel, then a general permit under the Chapter 105 program could be what you need! ​
Under PA Code, Title 25, Chapter 105, we are able to acknowledge and issue a variety of permits depending on the project in question. Check out the link included below for a summary of general permits!
Why Get a General Permit?
The purpose behind general permits is to provide assistance in the regulation of water obstructions and encroachments within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The goal is to protect the health, safety, welfare, and property of the people. In addition, permits under Chapter 105 prevent the unreasonable interference with water flow and protect navigation. The overarching goal with any permit or E&S plan that we issue through our delegations is to conserve and protect our natural resources, such as water quality and the carrying capacity of our watercourses.
General Permits Issued by ECCD:
GP-1
GP-2
GP-3
GP-4
GP-5
GP-6
GP-7
GP-8
GP-9
Fish Habitat Structures................................................................................................... Fee = $50.00
Small Docks & Boat Launching Ramps................................................................... Fee = $175.00
Gravel Bar Removal & Stream Bank Stabilization............................................ Fee = $250.00
Intake & Outfall Structures........................................................................................... Fee = $200.00
Utility Line Stream Crossing......................................................................................... Fee = $250.00
Agricultural Crossings & Ramps.................................................................................. Fee = $50.00
Permanent Stream Crossings & Bridges................................................................ Fee = $350.00
Temporary Crossings........................................................................................................ Fee = $175.00
Agricultural Activities....................................................................................................... Fee = $50.00
General Permits Issued by DEP:
GP-10
GP-11
Abandoned Mine Reclamation.................................................................................... Fee = $500.00
- Contact DEP Mining Office: 814-797-1191
Maintenance, Testing, Repair or Replacement of Existing Water Obstructions & Encroachments..................................................................................................................... Fee = $750.00
GP-15
- Contact DEP Regional Office: 814-332-6945
Private Residential Construction in Wetlands...................................................... Fee = $750.00
- Contact DEP Regional Office: 814-332-6945
Check out the link above "General Permits Summary" for more details on each type of permit!
*** Projects that are limited to earth disturbance for the GP activity only are not required to pay additional E&S Review Fees. Entities (municipalities, municipal authorities, county, state and federal governments) that are exempt from paying the Chapter 105 Application Fees are required to pay a $25 E&S Plan Review Fee. Projects that involve earth disturbance in addition to the GP activity are required to pay the E&S Review Fee listed in item "A" of our Fee Schedule.
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Joint Permit - Water Obstruction and Encroachment Permit
Joint Permit (JP)
Issued through PA DEP and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Section 404 Permit)
- For more information on Joint Permits, visit PA DEP's Permitting and Authorizations and scroll to "Federal Permitting - Joint Permitting Process Through DEP"
Second Thoughts?
Don't think a General Permit is the right choice for you? Check out our other pages pertaining to E&S Plans for smaller construction and Chapter 102 Permits for larger construction projects and more! The Elk County Conservation District is here to help you get your job done right, and promote health and safety in the community for you and your neighbors.
Got questions? Contact our Chapter 105 technician, Juli Silveri, for more information!​
Contact info: tech2@elkconservationdistrict.com
814-776-5411