Mich. Admin. Code R. 29.7076
Rule 76. Sections 1-7 to 1-7.3 of the storage and handling of gaseous and Liquefied H2 code are added as follows:
1-7 Equivalency.
1-7.1 Nothing in this H2 code shall be intended to prevent the use of systems, methods, or devices having equivalent or superior quality, strength, fire resistance, effectiveness, durability, environmental protection capability, or safety over those prescribed by the H2 code, if technical documentation is submitted to the department to demonstrate equivalency and the system, method, or device is approved for the intended purpose.
1-7.2 An owner or operator may make an application for a variance of rules by applying to the department with a satisfactory explanation of why compliance is not possible. The department may approve the variance request upon finding that the variance is based upon the best interest of public health, safety, and welfare, and the environment.
1-7.3 A person aggrieved by a final decision of the department on a request for variance or an equivalency determination may appeal to the circuit court within 21 days of receiving the decision.
Mich. Admin. Code R. 29.7076