Guidelines and Guidance

Note: Files are saved as Microsoft Word form-field documents; suitable to download, fill in the open fields using Word, print and submit to DEP. Special Note: Windows for Workgroups 3.11 users may need to manually enable Form Fields in downloaded Word 6.0 documents (from the main menu, select Tools, Protect Document ..., Forms, OK)

Department-wide Permit Application Form Packages

• GIF or Cultural Resource Notice Forms
• General Information Form (GIF) includes GIF Form, instructions for completing, and instructions for submitting
• Cultural Resource Notice includes instructions for completing Cultural Resource Notice, list of exemptions, Cultural Resource Notice form, and check list
• Environmental Assessment Form (E.A. Form) and Instructions and Supplement 1: PA Natural Diversity Inventory Search Form

Application for a Dam Permit

• Application for a Dam Permit
  (All of the "Department-wide Permit Application Form Packages," must be submitted with the "Application for a Dam Permit" for a complete application submission.)
• General Instructions
• Application Form and Application Completeness Check List

Dam Safety Bond Forms

• Dam Safety Bond Forms - the way to meet DEP's requirement for Proof of Financial Responsibility - Currently unavailable
  (The bond forms are only available as non-editable PDF files to view and print locally. Bond forms are to be filled in by hand or typewriter.)

Environmental Assessment

• Environmental Assessment for Non-Jurisdictional or Permit Waived Dams
• Instructions For Completing An Environmental Assessment For Non-Jurisdictional Or Permit Waived Dams
• Environmental Assessment Information Sheet
• Information Completeness Checklist

Application for a Limited Power Permit

• Application for Limited Power Permit
• One Page Application Form

Transfer Form

• Transfer Form - for dams, water obstructions, general permits, and submerged lands license agreements
• Application for Transfer of Permit and Submerged Lands License Agreement