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Public Notice: Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits in Columbus

Original title: Notice/Advertisement Title: Public Utilities Notice: Columbus Department of Public Utilities - Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permits Contact Name: Michael Merz, Pretreatment Analyst Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-1942 or 614-645-5876 Contact Email Address: mbmerz@columbus.gov or pretreatment@columbus.gov

May 1, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Industrial facilities in Columbus must comply with specific wastewater requirements to operate, which are managed by the Department of Public Utilities.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Industrial facilities in Columbus

These entities are subject to wastewater discharge regulations and permitting processes managed by the Department of Public Utilities.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 1, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The Columbus Department of Public Utilities has issued a public notice regarding industrial wastewater s. This notice serves as an official record for the City Bulletin.

Key Facts

The Columbus Department of Public Utilities is the issuing agency for this notice.
The notice is filed under reference number PN0174-2026.
The notice was introduced into the City Bulletin on May 1, 2026.
Michael Merz serves as the Pretreatment Analyst for inquiries regarding these permits.
Inquiries can be directed to 614-645-1942 or 614-645-5876.
Inquiries can be sent via email to mbmerz@columbus.gov or pretreatment@columbus.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this notice about?

It is a public notice regarding industrial wastewater s issued by the Columbus Department of Public Utilities.

Who should I contact if I have questions about these permits?

You can contact Michael Merz, the Analyst, at 614-645-1942, 614-645-5876, or via email at mbmerz@columbus.gov or pretreatment@columbus.gov.

Why It Matters

Industrial facilities in Columbus must comply with specific wastewater requirements to operate, which are managed by the Department of Public Utilities.

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Standardized Regulatory Filing

The document follows a standard municipal filing format for industrial utility regulation, indicating a routine administrative cycle.

Columbus Department of Public Utilities

Connected Entities

organizationColumbus Department of Public Utilities“The municipal department responsible for managing wastewater permits.”Map →

personMichael Merz“Pretreatment Analyst and primary contact for permit inquiries.”Map →

otherPN0174-2026“The specific file number assigned to this public notice.”Map →

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