LAC 33:IX.7315. Fee Schedule

A. Applicability. Fees established by these regulations shall be applicable to all facilities subject to regulation under this Chapter. B. Annual Fee 1. The annual sewage sludge fee shall be $2,000. 2. The billing period shall correspond with the state's fiscal year (July 1 through June 30). C. Due Date. Fees shall be received by the department by the due date indicated on the invoice. D. Late Payment Fee 1. A late payment fee of 15 percent may be applied to an invoice remaining unpaid after a period of 90 days from the date of the invoice. This late payment fee shall be calculated based on the total outstanding amount of the invoice. E. Failure to Pay. Failure to pay the prescribed application fee or annual fee as provided herein, within 90 days after the due date, will constitute a violation of these regulations and shall subject the person to applicable enforcement actions under the Louisiana Environmental Quality Act including, but not limited to, revocation or suspension of the applicable permit, license, registration, or variance. F. Refunds. The fees in this Section are nontransferable and nonrefundable. G. Methods of Payment 1. All payments made by check, draft, or money order shall be made payable to the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, and mailed to the department at the address provided on the invoice. 2. Electronic Methods of Payment a. Persons wishing to make payments using the electronic pay method should access the department’s website and follow the instructions provided on the website. b. Persons wishing to make payments using the electronic funds transfer (EFT) method shall contact the Office of Management and Finance for further instructions. 3. Cash is not an acceptable form of payment.