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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

NPDES: Compilation of Permit Writing Tips and Best Practices

This document was compiled from existing permit and rule drafting resources to provide a repository of tips for writing clear, specific and measureable NPDES permits. While many of the permit tips shared in this document can be applicable to other environmental programs, the intended audience for this document is EPA and state NPDES permit writers. The tips apply to both individual and general NPDES permits.

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