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Lesson 4: The EPA Review and Approval Process under Part 3

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While Lesson 3 focused on the preparation and submission of an application using the CROMERR Part 3 process, this lesson describes what happens next, that is, the CROMERR application review and approval process.

Diagram showing the technical review process: An application letter is submitted to EPA for a completeness review, then a letter is sent from EPA to the applicant indicating whether the application is complete or not. If incomplete, there is an Opportunit
Diagram showing the technical review process: An application letter is submitted to EPA for a completeness review, then a letter is sent from EPA to the applicant indicating whether the application is complete or not. If incomplete, there is an Opportunity to Amend Application and an approval review by EPA. Finally, EPA publishes a notice in the Federal Register.

Topics covered in this lesson include:

  • The Technical Review Committee (TRC)
  • EPA's Completeness Review
  • EPA's Approval Review
  • The Public Hearing Provision for Public Water System Programs
  • Special Notes Regarding the Application Process

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  • CROMERR Home
  • Learn about the Cross-Media Electronic Reporting Rule (CROMERR)
  • Overview for State, Tribal, and Local Governments
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  • CROMERR 101 Training
    • Lesson 1: Overview of the Final Rule
    • Lesson 2: Quick Tour of the Final Rule
    • Lesson 3: Application Requirements
    • Lesson 4: The EPA Review and Approval Process under Part 3
      • Lesson 4: Technical Review Committee (TRC)
      • Lesson 4: End of Lesson
    • Lesson 5: CROMERR-Compliant Electronic Reporting
    • Lesson 6: Using the Checklist to Work through System Requirements
    • Lesson 7: From Requirements to Solutions
    • Lesson 8: Four Critical Roadmap Items
  • Program Announcements & Initiatives
  • Status of CROMERR Applications from States
  • CROMERR Federal Register Notices
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Last updated on April 23, 2021