Section 096-450-6 - Process and Time Limits for DecisionsA.Administering Agency Action. Once an application has been accepted as complete for processing, the Administering Agency shall either: (1) approve the proposed project upon such terms and conditions as are appropriate and reasonable to protect and preserve the environment and the public's health, safety and general welfare, including the public interest in replacing fossil fuel-derived energy with hydroelectric energy;(2) disapprove the proposed project, setting forth in writing the reasons for the disapproval; or(3) schedule a hearing on the proposed project. Any hearing held under this subsection shall follow the notice requirements and procedures for an adjudicatory hearing under 5 M.R.S. §§9051 - 9064. After any hearing is held under this subsection, the Administering Agency shall make findings of fact and issue an order approving or disapproving the proposed project. B.Water Quality Certification. The Administering Agency shall issue or deny water quality certification at the same time it approves or disapproves the proposed project.06- 096 C.M.R. ch. 450, § 6