12VAC5-630-280: Denial of a construction permit

If it is determined that (i) the proposed design is inadequate; (ii) site, geological, hydrological, or other conditions exist that do not comply with this chapter or would preclude the safe and proper operation of a private well system; (iii) the installation of the well would create an actual or potential health hazard or nuisance; or (iv) the proposed design would adversely impact the groundwater resource, the permit shall be denied and the owner shall be notified in writing, by certified mail, of the basis for the denial. The notification shall also state that the owner has the right to appeal the denial.