(a) Subject to the provisions of this section, the Department may issue a discharge permit if the Department finds that the discharge meets:

(1) All applicable State and federal water quality standards and effluent limitations; and

(2) All other requirements of this subtitle.

(b) Before issuing a discharge permit, the Department and the applicant shall comply with the provisions of Title 1, Subtitle 6 of this article.

(c) The informational meeting required by Title 1, Subtitle 6 of this article shall be held in accordance with Title 1, Subtitle 6 of this article.

(d) The Department shall give public notice of each application for a discharge permit as required by Title 1, Subtitle 6 of this article, and by making available to the public appropriate documents, permit applications, supporting material, plans, and other relevant information.