(a) A permit shall be required before any disposal of water treatment residuals in a monofill. The requirements for applications, permits, permit conditions, and actions by the commission shall be in accordance with Chapter 305 of this title (relating to Consolidated Permits). Applications for permits will be processed in accordance with Chapter 281 of this title (relating to Applications Processing). Disposal of water treatment residuals in a landfill is regulated by Chapter 330 of this title (relating to Municipal Solid Waste).(b) Any person who disposes of water treatment residuals in a land application unit, surface impoundment, or waste pile shall apply for registration on a form approved by the executive director. Before issuing a registration, the executive director will review the application to determine whether the proposed activity meets the requirements of this subchapter.