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Permitting Action Modification History

In Progress
The Offshore Wind Presidential Memorandum provides that agencies shall not issue new permits for offshore wind projects “pending the completion of a comprehensive assessment and review of Federal wind leasing and permitting practices” led by the Secretary of the Interior in consultation with a number of agencies, including EPA. Given the need to assess applicability and implementation of the Presidential Memorandum, extending EPA’s final NPDES permit decision date is warranted.
Milestone Original Target Date Current Target Date Alternative Completion Date Milestone Complete?
Initial application received (Applicant Action) 10-31-2022 10-31-2022 --- Yes
Completed application received (Applicant Action) 09-29-2023 09-29-2023 --- Yes
EPA authorizes discharge under Individual permit (Agency Action) 09-29-2024 06-25-2025 --- No
In Progress
The completion date for the NPDES permit follows BOEM’s ROD issuance. This enables EPA to ensure compliance with ESA and with other laws, such as those related to Essential Fish Habitat (EFH). BOEM is requesting an extension of 97 days after issuance of the ROD. (More detailed explanation of decision requirements has been provided to the Permitting Council.)
Milestone Original Target Date Current Target Date Alternative Completion Date Milestone Complete?
Initial application received (Applicant Action) 10-31-2022 10-31-2022 --- Yes
Completed application received (Applicant Action) 09-29-2023 09-29-2023 --- Yes
EPA authorizes discharge under Individual permit (Agency Action) 09-29-2024 03-27-2025 --- No
In Progress
N/A
Milestone Original Target Date Current Target Date Alternative Completion Date Milestone Complete?
Initial application received (Applicant Action) 10-31-2022 10-31-2022 --- Yes
Completed application received (Applicant Action) 09-29-2023 09-29-2023 --- Yes
EPA authorizes discharge under Individual permit (Agency Action) 09-29-2024 09-29-2024 --- No
Planned
N/A
Milestone Original Target Date Current Target Date Alternative Completion Date Milestone Complete?
Initial application received (Applicant Action) 10-31-2022 10-31-2022 --- No
Completed application received (Applicant Action) 09-29-2023 09-29-2023 --- No
EPA authorizes discharge under Individual permit (Agency Action) 09-29-2024 09-29-2024 --- No