D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 18, r. 18-1000

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 18-1000 - GENERAL PROVISIONS

1000.1

The rules of procedure set forth in this chapter shall govern the following:

(a) The form, content, and filing of pleadings in contested cases;

(b) The procedure for submission, consideration, and disposition of petitions for the adoption, amendment, or repeal of rules and regulations the adoption of which has been delegated to the Director;

(c) The petitions for declaratory orders and self-insurance certificates; and

(d) The final determination of the policy of the Department in any case in which the rights, duties or privileges of any person are in issue.

1000.2

In any case where the statute involved provides a procedure inconsistent with this chapter, the statute shall govern to the extent of such inconsistency.

1000.3

If in any case the forms set out in this chapter are found to be inappropriate, parties may devise forms substantially similar to those herein prescribed to meet such situations.

1000.4

The hearings provided in the statutes, rules, and regulations administered by the Department, as well as petitions requesting the promulgation, amendment, or repeal of any rule or regulation coming within the purview of authority delegated to the Director, or for a declaratory order pursuant to the Administrative Procedure Act, shall be heard or considered by the Director or by a Hearing Examiner designated by him or her.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 18, r. 18-1000