Contact for WS 27: New Technology - 3rd Party Approval
MassDEP Drinking Water Program
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The Details of WS 27: New Technology - 3rd Party Approval
What you need for WS 27: New Technology - 3rd Party Approval
This permit serves to protect the public's health and welfare through the control of any product or operation that comes into contact with public drinking water. These products and operations must be controlled to prevent contaminants from leaking into the drinking water as well as to ensure that the products and operations work as designed. This permit consists of an approval for drinking water additives, chemicals, treatment devices or equipment by Third Party Organizations such as the Environmental Technology Verification (ETV) program, NSF, UL or AWWA. Regulatory authority for this permit is stated in 310 CMR 22.04 (8), of the Drinking Water Regulations.
Manufacturers or their representatives who want approval of a product or operation that will come into contact with the public water supply while the supply is within any water system must apply.
Manufacturers or their representatives must apply for this permit as part of a facility modification it may also be necessary for them to apply for other MassDEP water treatment permits, e.g. WS 21, 22, 23, 24, 25 or 29.
Note: These additional requirements are intended to serve as a guide to the applicant. It does not necessarily include all additional requirements.
How to apply WS 27: New Technology - 3rd Party Approval
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Next steps for WS 27: New Technology - 3rd Party Approval
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Review the Instructions
Guidance on how to prepare your application, including a completeness checklist.
Open PDF file, 25.9 KB, for Instructions: WS 27 (PDF 25.9 KB)Complete the Application Form
You may fill out and save the Microsoft Word form on your computer. The PDF version has to be printed out and completed by hand.
Open DOC file, 144 KB, for Application: WS 27 (DOC 144 KB)Open PDF file, 22.41 KB, for Application: WS 27 (PDF 22.41 KB)Obtain a Transmittal Form and Number
A unique Transmittal Number is needed for each application you submit to MassDEP.
Lookup the Permit Application Fee
Mail Your Application and Fee Payment
Submit your application fee payment and a copy of your Transmittal Form to:
Department of Environmental Protection
PO Box 4062
Boston, MA 02211Submit your completed, signed application and your original Transmittal Form to:
Department of Environmental Protection
1 Winter Street
Drinking Water Program
Boston, MA 02108Contact for WS 27: New Technology - 3rd Party Approval
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MassDEP Drinking Water Program Email MassDEP Drinking Water Program at program.director-dwp@state.ma.usFeedback