Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-15-01-.01

Current through October 22, 2024
Section 0400-15-01-.01 - INACTIVE HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE SITE REMEDIAL ACTION PROGRAM: GENERAL
(1) Purpose

The purpose of these rules is to set standards for regulating inactive hazardous substance sites located in the State of Tennessee. These rules are issued by the Solid Waste Board under the Authority of Part 2 of the "Hazardous Waste Management Act" (T.C.A. § 68-212-201 et seq.) The rules shall apply to sites that are inactive and pose or may reasonably be anticipated to pose a danger to public health, safety, or the environment as a result of the presence of a hazardous substance(s).

(a) These rules address the following items:
1. Establishment of criteria, guidelines, limitations, and methodology for the effective investigation and remediation of hazardous substance sites.
2. Establishment of a system and schedule for the collection of fees.
3. Guidelines and methodology for the recovery of monies expended as a result of activities performed by the Department on inactive hazardous substance sites.

Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0400-15-01-.01

Original rule filed June 19, 2012; effective September 17, 2012. Rule was renumbered from 1200-01-13.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 68-212-201 et seq. and 4-5-201 et seq.