(1) Applications, including applications for renewal, of a permit to operate high-hazard dams must include:

(a) an operation plan pursuant to ARM 36.14.403, and

(b) an inspection report pursuant to ARM 36.14.603, except for a new dam for which a construction permit has been issued.

(2) The investigation and inspection report must be of the dam in its condition and configuration at the time of the application, and the investigation must have been conducted within 90 days of the date of submitting the application.

(3) Within 30 days of receipt of a permit application, the department shall notify the applicant of any errors or omissions, and request any additional information necessary to properly evaluate the application. The department shall establish a reasonable time frame for the applicant to submit the necessary information. After receipt of all required information, the department shall issue or deny the permit within 90 days, but not before approval of any construction pursuant to a construction permit.