40 CFR 256.63 - Requirements for public participation in the permitting of facilities.

Regulations last checked for updates: May 19, 2024

Title 40 - Protection of Environment last revised: May 16, 2024

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§ 256.63 - Requirements for public participation in the permitting of facilities.

(a) Before approving a permit application (or renewal of a permit) for a resource recovery or solid waste disposal facility the State shall hold a public hearing to solicit public reaction and recommendations on the proposed permit application if the State determines there is a significant degree of public interest in the proposed permit.

(b) This hearing shall be held in accord with 40 CFR 25.5.

authority: Sec. 4002(b), Pub. L. 94-580, 90 Stat. 2813(b) (42 U.S.C. 6942(b))

source: 44 FR 45079, July 31, 1979, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 40 CFR 256.63