The program requires certain individuals engaged in construction activities (applicant or applicants) to submit an application to the IDNR for a state NPDES general permit #2. Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter, every applicant bears final and complete responsibility for compliance with a state NPDES general permit #2 and a city construction site erosion and sediment control (“COSESCO”) permit and any other requirement of state or federal law or administrative rule.