Accepting comments from July 13, 2026, through August 12, 2026.
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks public comment on a proposed settlement action with Hess Properties, LLC, located in Caldwell, ID 83607, for alleged violations of the Clean Water Act and the “Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Rules” (IDAPA 58.01.25).
Hess Properties, LLC obtained coverage under Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) 2022 Construction General Permit IDR10C14A (Permit) as an operator at Tamarack Falls Estates Subdivision in Donnelly, Idaho. DEQ alleges that on August 14, 2024, Hess Properties, LLC failed to comply with all applicable conditions of the Permit. DEQ prepared an expedited settlement agreement and consent order directing Hess Properties, LLC to resolve the alleged violations and either pay a civil penalty or request a compliance conference. Hess Properties, LLC has resolved the alleged violations, made payment in full for the civil penalty of $4,135, and signed the settlement action materials.
The proposed settlement action is available for public review on DEQ’s Public Comment Opportunities page and at the DEQ State Office, 1410 North Hilton Street, Boise, Idaho 83706. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. MT on August 12, 2026. This settlement action may be amended or adjusted in the future, in which case, DEQ may provide an additional public comment opportunity.
Submit comments using the form below, by email, or by mail to:
Ben Johnson
Wastewater Enforcement Coordinator
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
1410 N. Hilton St. Boise, ID 83706
wwenforcement@deq.idaho.gov
Related Documents:
Settlement Action Materials – 2026FAV129
Accessibility Services: The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality will provide reasonable language access services and/or disability services for documents at no charge. To request an accommodation under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or Americans with Disabilities Act, contact DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator at (208) 373-0271 or accessibility@deq.idaho.gov. Para obtener información en español, visite https://www.deq.idaho.gov/about-us/accessibility/.
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DEQ seeks comment on a proposed settlement action with Hess Properties, LLC
Accepting comments from July 13, 2026, through August 12, 2026.
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) seeks public comment on a proposed settlement action with Hess Properties, LLC, located in Caldwell, ID 83607, for alleged violations of the Clean Water Act and the “Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Rules” (IDAPA 58.01.25).
Hess Properties, LLC obtained coverage under Idaho Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (IPDES) 2022 Construction General Permit IDR10C14A (Permit) as an operator at Tamarack Falls Estates Subdivision in Donnelly, Idaho. DEQ alleges that on August 14, 2024, Hess Properties, LLC failed to comply with all applicable conditions of the Permit. DEQ prepared an expedited settlement agreement and consent order directing Hess Properties, LLC to resolve the alleged violations and either pay a civil penalty or request a compliance conference. Hess Properties, LLC has resolved the alleged violations, made payment in full for the civil penalty of $4,135, and signed the settlement action materials.
The proposed settlement action is available for public review on DEQ’s Public Comment Opportunities page and at the DEQ State Office, 1410 North Hilton Street, Boise, Idaho 83706. Written comments will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. MT on August 12, 2026. This settlement action may be amended or adjusted in the future, in which case, DEQ may provide an additional public comment opportunity.
Submit comments using the form below, by email, or by mail to:
Ben Johnson
Wastewater Enforcement Coordinator
Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
1410 N. Hilton St. Boise, ID 83706
wwenforcement@deq.idaho.gov
Related Documents:
Settlement Action Materials – 2026FAV129
Accessibility Services: The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality will provide reasonable language access services and/or disability services for documents at no charge. To request an accommodation under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or Americans with Disabilities Act, contact DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator at (208) 373-0271 or accessibility@deq.idaho.gov. Para obtener información en español, visite https://www.deq.idaho.gov/about-us/accessibility/.
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