Rule 62-503.850. Exceptions to Program Requirements

(1) The Department shall consider a request for an exception to the requirements of this chapter if the exception does not conflict with state or federal law or federal regulations.

(2) A request for exceptions must contain the following information:

(a) The name of the project sponsor; project number; award date, application date, and the assistance amount involved.

(b) The specific rule to which an exception is requested.

(c) A complete description of what the exception would accomplish and justification for the exception.

(d) A statement of whether the same or a similar exception previously has been sought; and, if so, an explanation of the reason for that request and the outcome.

(e) A demonstration that compliance with the specified rules is unnecessary for abatement of pollution and protection of public health.

(f) A demonstration that the economic, social, and environmental costs of compliance exceed the economic, social, and environmental benefits of compliance. Rulemaking Authority 403.1835(10) FS. Law Implemented 403.1835 FS. History–New 4-17-89, Formerly 17-503.850, Amended 7-29-04, 4-22-14.