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FAQ Topic: 208 Plan FAQ

Why is the 208 Plan important for economic development in the region?

Ohio EPA cannot legally issue a Permit-to-Install (PTI) for wastewater projects that are in conflict with a 208 Plan.  Doing so would be a violation of the federal Clean Water Act and Ohio Revised Code.  Examples of projects that require a PTI from Ohio EPA are wastewater treatment plant upgrades and expansions, and sanitary sewer extensions.  New residential and commercial development often requires a PTI from Ohio EPA since sanitary sewer extensions are … Continued

Why is NEFCO’s 208 Plan environmentally important to the region?

Under the federal Clean Water Act and Ohio Revised Code, Ohio EPA cannot issue a Permit-to-Install (PTI), National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, or Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) monies for wastewater projects that are in conflict with a 208 Plan.  Please visit Clean Water Plan Overview for additional information. 

What is a 208 Plan?

Under the federal Clean Water Act and Ohio Revised Code, Ohio EPA cannot issue a Permit-to-Install (PTI), National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit, or Water Pollution Control Loan Fund (WPCLF) monies for wastewater projects that are in conflict with a 208 Plan.  Please visit Clean Water Plan Overview for additional information. 

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