Code of Federal Regulations Title 40. Protection of Environment § 40.121.15 Notice and hearing

(a) Within 20 days of receipt, the Administrator shall provide appropriate public notice of receipt, including to parties known to be interested in the proposed project or in the receiving waters into which the discharge may occur.

(b) If the Administrator in his or her discretion determines that a public hearing is appropriate or necessary, the EPA shall:  Schedule such hearing at an appropriate time and place;  and, to the extent practicable, give all interested and affected parties the opportunity to present evidence or testimony in person or by other means at the hearing.