COMPREHENSIVE EXAM 2026 FULL
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
◉ when should the application fees collected be submitted to the TCEQ.
Answer: when the TCEQ bills for it after the monthly submittal
◉ what components does the site evaluation need to have. Answer: soil
texture
soil depth
restrictive horizon
GW table
topography
flood hazards
lot size
site suitability
Edward's Aquifer protection
◉ if any of the criteria in the application, site evaluation, or planning
materials are not met can a permit be issued. Answer: no
, ◉ what to review when looking at the treatment unit planning material.
Answer: proper treatment capacity
adequate soil disposal
appropriate treatment unit
set-back distances met
installation onto a flood plain
◉ what to review when looking at the disposal system planning
material. Answer: proper disposal system for the soil
proper square footage
set-back mets
location within a flood plain
◉ what can a variance request cover. Answer: site sizing
topographical resitriction
easement restrictions
placement/location of water lines
soil restrictions
innovative non-standard methods
◉ what is needed to obtain a variance request (proof of what). Answer:
equivalent protection to human health and the environment is provided