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LRRWMO Meeting Minutes September 21, 1995 Page 8 Mn/DOT Project - RamseX Jankowski explained that Mn/DOT is proposing a rest area construction project on TH10, six miles northeast of Anoka consisting of a building, site development, sewer and water systems, lighting and landscaping. They have submitted a copy of the plan sheets and erosion control sheets to Ban Engineering for review. Schultz noted the State, who established watersheds as the review board, appear to be indicating they don't have to formally apply for a LRRWMO permit or pay the fee. He suggested a legal opinion be obtained regarding whether or not the State needs to file for a permit. Jankowski explained Mn/DOT believes they have higher standards and are submitting their plans to the LRRWMO only as a courtesy. He noted it appears Mn/DOT reviews their own work. The LRRWMO reviewed the plans showing a wider pathway, larger more up-to-date building and grading plan. They noted it appears the water from the roof drains down the driveway and Mn/DOT plans to do nothing to address drainage. Haas commented that other plans which are changed, creating more blacktop and drainage, would be required to make application, pay the fee, submit plans, address water quality and sedimentation. Weaver concurred and requested that the Plan Update specifically address permit requirements for all projects, City, County and State. Lobermeier advised that nothing has changed in the 8410 Rules that would require Mn/DOT to obtain a permit. Schultz reported that the Metropolitan Regional Treatment Center has abided by the application process and pointed out that nothing in the Rules exempt Mn/DOT from being required to obtain a permit. L.obenneier agreed and explained the LRRWMO can spell out this requirement in the Plan Update. Ottensmann questioned the LRRWMO's objective, to receive the fee or to obtain conformance with rules and regulations. He noted if the LRRWMO requires them to apply for a permit and pay the fee, it is likely they would not do so. But, if the LRRWMO provides a review and advises of specific issues to address, it is likely they will at least take them into consideration. Jankowski agreed the objective is to protect the environment.