Expedited review request -- Preliminary permit decision

(1) (a) An applicant for an eligible permit may request an expedited review of the applicant's permit application. (b) An applicant that requests expedited review shall, in a form and manner determined by the division: (i) submit a written request to the division for an expedited review of the applicant's permit application; (ii) pay all costs associated with the expedited review; and (iii) submit a completed application to a qualified reviewer. (2) (a) The division may establish a process for a qualified reviewer to complete an expedited review of a permit application for an eligible permit. (b) A qualified reviewer shall perform an expedited review: (i) subject to all standards, technical specifications, scope of review, and other requirements as determined by the division; (ii) on a timeline established by the division; and (iii) in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations. (3) A qualified reviewer shall submit a preliminary permit decision to the division at the completion of an expedited review, including: (a) an analysis of the basis for the recommendation; and (b) supporting documentation, as determined by the division.