Well construction and use permits for individuals or companies

The Well Permits Branch is responsible for managing and issuing well construction and use permits for wells. That responsibility includes conducting inspections of wells, licensing companies and individuals who construct wells and install and repair or service pumps in and for wells, and maintaining a database on the construction and status of all wells for which a well construction or use permit has been issued.

More Information

https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/water/supply/well-permits/

Department: DNREC

Division: Water

Office: Water Supply Well Permits Branch

Term

Licenses issued to Well Drillers shall expire on December 31 of each year.

Fee

https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/water/supply/application-and-license-fees/

Application Form

See “Forms and Documents” at https://dnrec.alpha.delaware.gov/water/supply/well-permits/

Applicable Laws

http://delcode.delaware.gov/title7/c060/sc02/

Applicable Rules and Regulations

http://regulations.delaware.gov/AdminCode/title7/7000/7300/7302.shtml

Contact

Alan Pongratz can be contacted by email at Alan.Pongratz@delaware.gov and by phone at 302-739-9944.

Notice

This search covers most of the frequently requested licenses, certifications, registrations, and filings that the State of Delaware requires. However, this is not a fully exhaustive list of every possible requirement. Please consult with the appropriate state agencies to find out if there are additional requirements you must fulfill.