60-Day Notice of Intent to Sue (Environmental Citizen Suit)
Required 60-day notice letter before filing a citizen suit under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, RCRA, or other environmental statutes with citizen suit provisions.
Instructions
Identify the statute authorizing the citizen suit. Describe the specific violations alleged with sufficient detail (dates, pollutants, permit limits exceeded). Name the alleged violator and the facility. Send the notice to the alleged violator, the EPA Administrator, and the state environmental agency by certified mail. Wait 60 days before filing suit. The government may intervene or initiate its own enforcement action during the notice period, which may bar the citizen suit.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.