# 9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-15: 9VAC25-31-15. Permit rationale

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_15

## Section

- **Citation:** 9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-15
- **Heading:** 9VAC25-31-15. Permit rationale
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Administrative Code / Title 9 Environment / Agency 25 State Water Control Board / Chapter 31 / 9VAC25-31-15

## Text

In granting a permit pursuant to this chapter, the department shall provide in writing a clear and concise statement of the legal basis, scientific rationale, and justification for the decision reached. When the decision of the department is to deny a permit, the department shall, in consultation with legal counsel, provide a clear and concise statement explaining the reason for the denial, the scientific justification for the same, and how the department's decision is in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Copies of the decision, certified by the director, shall be mailed by certified mail to the permittee or applicant.

## Nearby sections

- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-10 9VAC25-31-10. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_10.md)
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- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-20 9VAC25-31-20. Purpose](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_20.md)
- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-25 9VAC25-31-25. Applicability of incorporated references based on the dates that they became effective](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_25.md)
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- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-40 9VAC25-31-40. Exclusions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_40.md)
- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-50 9VAC25-31-50. Prohibitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_50.md)
- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-60 9VAC25-31-60. Effect of a permit](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_60.md)
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- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-80 9VAC25-31-80. Confidentiality of information](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_80.md)
- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-90 9VAC25-31-90. Guidance documents](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_90.md)
- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-100 9VAC25-31-100. Application for a permit](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_100.md)
- [9 Va. Admin. Code § 25-31-110 9VAC25-31-110. Signatories to permit applications and reports](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_ADC_9_25_31_110.md)
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