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The use of existing or new outlets or point sources, which discharge sewage, industrial waste or other wastes into waters of this state is prohibited unless such use is in compliance with all standards, criteria, limitations, rules and regulations promulgated or applied by the department pursuant to this article.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Environmental Conservation Law - ENV § 17-0511. Restrictions on discharge of sewage, industrial waste or other wastes - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/environmental-conservation-law/env-sect-17-0511/
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