Department application review processes.
Department determinations related to approvals and denials of diversion applications.
Public notice and participation requirements.
Reporting requirements. The rule also provides flexibility for Wisconsin to comply with the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence River Water Resources Compact rules and guidance.
Accessibility
For the hearing or visually impaired, non-English speakers, or those with other personal circumstances which might make communication at the meeting/hearing difficult, the department will, to the maximum extent possible and with reasonable advance notice, provide aids including an interpreter, or a non-English, large-print, or recorded version of hearing documents. To access these resources, please contact the email address or phone number listed below as soon as possible.
Appearances at the Hearing and Submittal of Written Comments
The public has the opportunity to testify at the hearing. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged if you plan to provide spoken comments during the hearing. To pre-register, either use the Zoom link above prior to the day of the hearing or download and complete the fillable hearing appearance form and send it to Nicole.Clayton@wisconsin.gov. Comments on the proposed rule must be received on or before October 12, 2023. Written comments may be submitted by U.S. mail, E-mail, or through the internet and will have the same weight and effect as oral statements presented at the public hearing.
Written comments and any questions on the proposed rules should be submitted to:
Department of Natural Resources
Attn: Nicole Clayton – DG/5
P.O. Box 7921
101 S. Webster Street,
Madison, WI 53707-7921
Initial Regulatory Flexibility Analysis
The rule is not expected to impact small businesses.
Agency Small Business Regulatory Coordinator
Emma Esch (608) 266-1959
