These amendments to 6 CCR 1007-3, Part 99 are made pursuant to the authority granted to the Hazardous Waste Commission in section 25-15-302(2), C.R.S.
Revision of Part 99 Notification Rules
These amendments to Part 99 of the Colorado Hazardous Waste Regulations, 6 CCR 1007-3, are adopted by the Hazardous Waste Commission pursuant to section 25-15-302 of the Colorado Hazardous Waste Act.
These amendments include recommendations made by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Division and the Part 99 Critical Review Team. As part of a department-wide initiative, Critical Review Teams ("CRTs") were formed to review all existing regulations for the purpose of determining whether the regulations are necessary or if the same goals could be accomplished in a non-regulatory manner. All CRTs, including the Part 99 CRT, consist of representatives from the affected Division, the regulated community and the public. An effort was also made to include a team member from outside of the affected area to provide a fresh perspective on the issues under review.
The Part 99 CRT's review focused on the effectiveness of the existing notification requirements for persons generating, transporting or owning or operating a hazardous waste management facility. The only issue with regard to notification identified by the CRT was the lack of an express requirement that persons notify the Department when their activities and/or location change after filing their notification of hazardous waste activity. The amendment to Part 99 requires persons to notify the Department annually if their activities and/or location change. The notification is required at the time their Hazardous Waste Commission Fee is due.
Statement of Basis and Purpose - Rule-making Hearing of June 17, 1997
6 CCR 1007-3-8.28