Frequently asked questions​

How accurate do the start and end dates need to be?

The project start and end dates are estimated dates. It's best practice to overestimate the end date.

Can anyone be designated the signatory?

For corporations, the application shall be signed by a responsible corporate officer. For a partnership or sole proprietorship, the application shall be signed by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively. For a municipality, state, federal, or other public agency, the application shall be signed by either a principal executive officer or a ranking elected official.

Why do you need our Tax ID?

TCEQ uses the Tax ID in the Notice of Intent application to determine if entities are registered to operate in the state.

What is a STEERS ER number?

A State of Texas Environmental Electronic Reporting System (STEERS) account is required to access the ePermitting system that TCEQ uses to collect reports and permit applications. Please see our 10 steps to create a STEERS account page.