The bill H.162 proposes to repeal the existing statutory requirement that mandates the Agency of Natural Resources to issue a permit for stormwater discharges from impervious surfaces that are three acres or larger. This requirement applies specifically to stormwater discharges that were either previously unpermitted or permitted under the guidelines of the 2002 Stormwater Management Manual.

By eliminating this permit requirement, the bill aims to streamline the regulatory process for landowners and developers, potentially reducing bureaucratic hurdles associated with stormwater management for larger impervious surfaces. The repeal reflects a shift in policy regarding the management of stormwater discharges, which may have implications for environmental conservation and development practices in Vermont.