Indiana § 13-20-2-9 - Requirement resulting from inaction on construction permit
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 13-20-2-9 — Requirement resulting from inaction on construction permit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13-20-2-9. Requirement resulting from inaction on construction permit
Sec. 9. (a) A person that:
(1) holds a valid construction permit that is issued under this chapter and authorizes construction for a facility that has not been substantially developed; and
(2) has not commenced construction within:
(A) five (5) years after the date of the permit; or
(B) another period established by rule or statute;
must apply for a new construction permit and meet the requirements of all applicable environmental laws existing at the time the new permit is sought.
(b) A person that:
(1) holds a valid construction permit that is issued under this chapter and authorizes construction at an operating facility; and
(2) has not commenced construction within:
(A) five (5) years after the date of the permit; or
(B) another period established by rule or statute;
must meet the requirements of all applicable environmental laws existing at the time construction is substantially commenced.
(c) The periods described in subsections (a) and (b) for a person to commence construction are tolled pending either of the following concerning the construction permit:
(1) An administrative appeal.
(2) A judicial review.
As added by P.L.205-2007, SEC.1.
Source: official Indiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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