Regulation .01 Scope.
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A.
Applicability.
(1)
The requirements of this chapter apply only to the following oil storage facilities:
(a)
An oil storage facility with a new or existing gasoline UST system located in a high risk groundwater use area (HRGUA) or well head protection area (WHPA); and
(b)
An oil storage facility that meets the definition of a high risk underground oil storage facility under Regulation .07A of this chapter.
(2)
In addition to the requirements of this chapter, an owner of a new or existing gasoline UST system and an owner of a high risk underground oil storage facility is subject to the requirements under COMAR 26.10.01—26.10.06, 26.10.08—26.10.12, and 26.10.16.
B.
Variances.
(1)
The Department may grant an owner of a new or existing gasoline UST system or a high risk underground oil storage facility a variance from one or more requirements of this chapter if the owner demonstrates the UST system or oil storage facility is not a threat to groundwater.
(2)
An owner applying for a variance provided under §B(1) of this regulation shall submit to the Department the following information:
(a)
A survey of groundwater use within a 1/2 mile radius of the oil storage facility;
(b)
A description of the construction materials used for the UST system;
(c)
A description of the release detection methods used to protect groundwater;
(d)
A description of operation and testing methods used to protect groundwater; and
(e)
Any other information requested by the Department.