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NR 512.14(2)(c) (c) A plan sheet showing the proposed closure sequence and final grades.
NR 512.14 History History: Cr. Register, January, 1988, No. 385, eff. 2-6-88; renum. from NR 512.17 and am. (intro.), (1) (a), (b), (c), (d), (2) (intro.), (a), (b), r. (1) (e), (f), (2) (c) to (e), cr. (1) (e), (f), (2) (c), Register, June, 1996, No. 486, eff. 7-1-96; am. (1) (e), Register, August, 1997, No. 500, eff. 9-1-97.
NR 512.15 NR 512.15Identification of soil borrow sources.
NR 512.15(1)(1)The feasibility report shall include a copy of the department's initial site inspection evaluation for the proposed soil borrow sources designated to be used in the construction, operation or closure of the first phase of the landfill.
NR 512.15(2) (2)The feasibility report shall include the documentation for soil borrow sources as described in s. NR 504.075 for the proposed soil borrow sources designated to be used in the construction, operation or closure of the first phase of the landfill.
NR 512.15 History History: Cr. Register, January, 1988, No. 385, eff. 2-6-88; renum. from NR 512.18 and am. (1), (2) (intro.), (a), (b), (c), (d), (3) (intro.), (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), cr. (3) (f), (g), (4), r. (2) (e), (3) (f), Register, June, 1996, No. 486, eff. 7-1-96; CR 05-020: r. and recr. Register January 2006 No. 601, eff. 2-1-06.
NR 512.16 NR 512.16Environmental review. To aid the department in complying with ch. NR 150, and in determining the need for an environmental impact report, the feasibility report shall include an environmental analysis section. This analysis shall include the following items:
NR 512.16(1) (1) Project summary. The department's initial site report opinion letter, a brief overview of the project and a listing of the statutory authority and other relevant local, state and federal permits or approvals required as well as the need for exemptions, zoning changes and any other special permits or approvals.
NR 512.16(2) (2) Proposed physical changes. A brief description of the proposed physical changes including:
NR 512.16(2)(a) (a) The changes in terrestrial resources. This discussion shall include the quantity of soil to be excavated and the lateral extent of soil removal; the quantity and source of soils designated to be used in the construction, operation or closure of the landfill. All earthen modifications such as clearing and grubbing, excavation, soil placement necessary to reach the proposed sub-base grades, construction of access roads,stockpiles, and storm water controls shall also be described.
NR 512.16(2)(b) (b) The changes in aquatic resources including the potential impacts to streams, wetlands, ponds, lakes and flowages. This discussion shall include the discharge rates and volumes, in relevant quantities for groundwater control structures, leachate collection systems and storm water control structures under existing conditions as well as that anticipated during active operations and following closure. Information or any reports on how the proposed landfill and soil borrow sources designated to be used in the construction, operation or closure of the first phase of the proposed landfill comply with s. 30.19, Stats., and ch. NR 103 shall also be included.
NR 512.16(2)(c) (c) Buildings, treatment units, roads and other structures such as sedimentation basins and fences to be constructed in conjunction with the facility. This discussion shall include the size of the facilities and the number of miles of road to be constructed.
NR 512.16(2)(d) (d) Emissions and discharges such as dust, engine exhaust, odors, noise, gases, leachate, storm water and collected groundwater associated with landfill preparation, construction, operation, closure and post-closure of the landfill.
NR 512.16(2)(e) (e) Other changes anticipated with landfill development.
NR 512.16(2)(f) (f) Maps, plans and other descriptive material to clarify the discussion such as a county map showing the general area of the project, a map of the proposed service area, a USGS topographic map, a plat map, zoning map, county wetlands map, soils map and a landfill development plan.
NR 512.16(3) (3) Existing environment. A brief description of the existing environment that may be affected shall be included. At a minimum this shall contain:
NR 512.16(3)(a) (a) A description of the physical environment including the regional and local topography, geology, surface waters and associated drainage features, hydrogeologic conditions, air, wetlands and designated soil borrow sources.
NR 512.16(3)(b) (b) The dominant aquatic and terrestrial plant and animal species and habitats found in the area including any threatened or endangered species and amount, type and hydraulic value of wetlands.
NR 512.16(3)(c) (c) Land use including dominant features and zoning in the area.
NR 512.16(3)(d) (d) Social and economic conditions including any ethnic or cultural groups.
NR 512.16(3)(e) (e) Other special resources such as archaeological, historical, state or local natural areas, and prime agricultural lands.
NR 512.16(4) (4) Environmental consequences. A brief discussion of the probable adverse and beneficial impacts including primary, indirect and secondary impacts shall include:
NR 512.16(4)(a) (a) The physical impacts which would be associated with landfill design, construction and operation, including air quality, windblown paper and dust and visual impacts.
NR 512.16(4)(b) (b) The biological impacts including destruction and creation of habitat, alteration of the physical environment and any impacts to endangered or threatened species.
NR 512.16(4)(c) (c) The impacts on land use.
NR 512.16(4)(d) (d) The social and economic impacts to local residents and cultural groups and the communities and industries served by the landfill such as effects on taxes, traffic and roads, noise, consistency with local planning and zoning.
NR 512.16(4)(e) (e) Other special resources such as archaeological, historical, state or local natural areas and prime agricultural lands.
NR 512.16(4)(f) (f) Probable adverse impacts that cannot be avoided including groundwater and surface water impacts, modifications of topography and any soil borrow source limitations on development around the landfill, any loss of agricultural or forest land, displacement of wildlife and adverse aesthetic impacts for people in and around the landfill.
NR 512.16(5) (5) Alternatives. Identify, describe and discuss feasible alternatives including taking no action; enlargement, reduction or modification of the project; other landfills, locations or methods to the proposed action and their impacts. Particular attention shall be given to alternatives which might avoid some or all adverse environmental impacts, including planned and existing waste reduction and recycling, incineration, solid waste disposal, and transfer facilities that may serve to handle the waste expected to be disposed of at the proposed landfill, taking into account the economics of waste collection, transportation and disposal.
NR 512.16 Note Note: Information provided in previous sections of the initial site report, any pre-feasibility report or feasibility report may be referenced to satisfy this section.
NR 512.16 History History: Cr. Register, January, 1988, No. 385, eff. 2-6-88; renum. from NR 512.19 and am. (intro.), (2) (a) to (f), (3) (a), (b), (e), (4) (a), (d) to (f), (5), r. (1), cr. (1), Register, June, 1996, No. 486, eff. 7-1-96; CR 13-022: am. (intro.) Register March 2014 No. 699, eff. 4-1-14.
NR 512.17 NR 512.17Need and design capacity. Unless the landfill is exempt under s. 289.28 (2), Stats., the feasibility report shall contain an evaluation to justify the need for the proposed landfill in accordance with s. 289.28 (1), Stats., and the design capacity for the proposed landfill under s. 289.29 (1) (d), Stats. In addition to the information specified in s. 289.28 (1), Stats., the feasibility report shall contain information identifying the existing waste reduction activities, recycling activities and solid waste facilities used to manage solid wastes generated within the anticipated service area of the proposed landfill, and the remaining design capacity of each facility. The feasibility report shall also contain information for these listed activities and facilities for which a significant commitment or implementation or development has been made. In determining the design capacity of the proposed landfill under s. 289.29 (1) (d), Stats., the department shall consider the effect of planned and existing waste reduction and recycling activities and other existing or proposed competing solid waste facilities, regardless of whether or not the other facilities are located within the service area, as defined under s. 289.28 (1), Stats., of the proposed landfill.
NR 512.17 History History: Cr. Register, June, 1996, No. 486, eff. 7-1-96; correction made under s. 13.93 (2m) (b) 7., Stats., Register March 2003 No. 567.
NR 512.18 NR 512.18Evaluation of alternatives to land disposal. The feasibility report shall include an analysis of the alternatives to the land disposal of waste, including potential and existing waste reduction, reuse, recycling, composting and energy recovery initiatives and services.
NR 512.18(1) (1) Analysis of alternatives to land disposal. The analysis shall include a discussion of the trends affecting the waste stream, an estimate of the cost per ton of each alternative, when available and an evaluation of the feasibility of implementing each potential alternative.
NR 512.18(2) (2) Evaluation of implementing alternatives to land disposal. The feasibility report shall evaluate the feasibility of implementing waste reduction initiatives and recycling services in connection with the proposed landfill and describe any waste reduction incentives and recycling services to be provided at the proposed landfill.
NR 512.18 History History: Cr. Register, June, 1996, No. 486, eff. 7-1-96.
NR 512.19 NR 512.19Noncompliance with plans or orders. The feasibility report shall identify all persons owning a 10% or greater legal or equitable interest in the applicant or in the assets of the applicant, including shareholders of a corporation which is an applicant and partners of a partnership which is an applicant. The feasibility report shall also identify all other Wisconsin solid or hazardous waste facilities for which the applicant or any identified person is named in, or subject to an order or plan approval issued by the department. In addition, the feasibility report shall identify all other Wisconsin solid or hazardous waste facilities which are owned by persons, including corporations and partnerships, in which the applicant or any identified person owns or previously owned a 10% or greater legal or equitable interest or a 10% or greater interest in the assets and include a statement indicating whether or not all plan approvals and orders relating to all identified facilities are being complied with.
NR 512.19 Note Note: If noncompliance with an order or plan approval occurs while the applicant has or had a 10% or greater legal or equitable interest in the facility and is continuing, the department is prohibited from licensing the new or expanded solid waste disposal facility, unless the applicant provides proof of financial responsibility under s. 289.34 (3), Stats., to assure that compliance is achieved.
NR 512.19 History History: Cr. Register, September, 1998, No. 513, eff. 10-1-98.
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