Top TCEQ Attorney Services in Austin, Texas
Understanding TCEQ Requirements in Texas
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is a large agency that adopts and enforces rules to preserve and protect both individuals and the environment in Texas. The TCEQ's regulations are designed to reduce and prevent pollution so the public's health is protected at all times. Part of what the TCEQ does is determine whether those who are regulated by the TCEQ are complying with their rules.
Navigating Austin's Environmental Regulations
Living and working in Austin, Texas, means navigating a unique set of environmental regulations and challenges. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) plays a significant role in maintaining the balance between development and environmental preservation in our vibrant city. Whether you're a business owner in the bustling downtown area or a landowner in the scenic Hill Country, understanding and complying with TCEQ regulations is crucial.
Our team at The Jones Law Firm PC is deeply familiar with the local landscape and the specific environmental concerns that affect Austin residents and businesses. We understand the intricacies of dealing with the City of Austin's Watershed Protection Department and the Travis County Environmental Quality Program, both of which work closely with the TCEQ to enforce local environmental standards.
One of the common pain points for Austin businesses is managing wastewater and water rights, especially given the city's rapid growth and the increasing demand on our water resources. Whether you're dealing with surface water permits or groundwater management, our attorneys can guide you through the complex regulatory environment. We also assist local breweries, wineries, and distilleries with the necessary permitting, ensuring that your business complies with all local and state regulations.
For those facing enforcement actions or needing representation at rate hearings, our local knowledge and experience can make a significant difference. We are committed to helping our clients navigate the TCEQ's requirements efficiently and effectively, minimizing disruptions to your operations and protecting your interests.
Contact Our Austin TCEQ Lawyers for Legal Support
If you or your company is found to be noncompliant with the TCEQ, you need experienced legal representation and assistance. At The Jones Law Firm PC, our Austin TCEQ lawyers help with TCEQ hearings and advise private landowners and investor-owned water and wastewater utilities-both regulated and non-regulated-on issues involving surface water, ground water, wastewater, and oil and gas operators dealing with disposal of produced or frac water.
Comprehensive Texas Environmental Law Services
Our TCEQ attorneys in Austin, TX can also assist with the following:
- Dealing with TCEQ enforcement actions
- Purchase, acquisition and sale of water rights
- Perfection of title to water rights
- Licensing package plants of wastewater treatment
- Representation at rate hearings
- Amendments to Certificates of Convenience and Necessity (CNNs)
- Permitting for wineries, breweries, and distilleries
- Innocent Owner/Operator Program and defense related to real property with hazardous waste contamination
- Various other regulatory proceedings at the TCEQ
Assisting with TCEQ Matters Throughout the Austin Area
With more than 50 years of experience, our firm has successfully helped both private landowners and investor-owned water and wastewater utilities deal with a wide variety of TCEQ-related matters. If you are interested in purchasing or selling groundwater rights, we can help negotiate and draft documents needed for the purchase / sale of said rights, as well as leasing groundwater rights.
We can also represent you during a water rate hearing and amend CNNs to ensure you have the right to provide retail water and / or wastewater to a specific area. Our founding attorney, Will C. Jones IV, is an AV® rated lawyer who has almost 40 years of experience dealing with the TCEQ. We offer free in-person, over-the-phone, or online consults if you would like to determine how we can help with your TCEQ matter.
If you have further questions regarding our TCEQ experience, contact our firm.
