relative to eligibility for permits for the septic system designer program.

HB 1142 establishes a formal permitting system for individuals who design or install septic systems in New Hampshire. To obtain a designer or installer permit, applicants must pay an $80 fee, pass an exam, and prove at least two years of experience for designers or one year for installers. These permits are valid for two years and require holders to complete continuing education and adhere to specific work standards to maintain their status. The bill also outlines procedures for suspending or revoking permits only for just cause after the holder has a chance to be heard.