40 CFR § 256.63

40 CFR · Protection of Environment

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

40 CFR § 256.63

TitleTitle 40: Protection of Environment PartPart 256: Guidelines for Development and Implementation of State Solid Waste Management Plans

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40 C.F.R. § 256.63 (2026).

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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.

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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.