Sec. 10.15.09.19. Plan Review Approval

A. An applicant may not construct, reconstruct, or extensively alter a plant without prior plan approval from the Department.

B. An applicant for a permit shall submit a plan to the Department that includes the requirements set forth in:

(1) Regulations .15 and .16 of this chapter for a dairy farm permit; or

(2) Regulations .17 and .18 of this chapter for a milk facilities permit.

C. The Department shall:

(1) Review the plan submitted under this regulation to ensure compliance with the requirements set forth in Regulations .15, .16, .17, and .18 of this chapter; and

(2) Inform the applicant:

(a) That the plan has been received;

(b) If additional information is required to complete the plan review;

(c) Whether the plan is approved or denied; and

(d) Of the appeals process if the plan is denied.