310 CMR, § 19.036 - Department's Modification, Suspension or Revocation of a Permit

(1) General. The Department may rescind, suspend, or modify a permit when it determines that the operation or maintenance of a facility results in a threat to the public health, safety or the environment in accordance with the provisions of M.G.L. c.111, § 150A and after a hearing in accordance with M.G.L. c. 30A, § 11.

(2) Scope of Determination of Threat. In considering whether the continued operation of a facility presents a threat to the public health and safety or the environment the Department may consider:

(a) the likelihood of a discharge or release of pollutants from the facility;

(b) the actual or potential impacts from a discharge or release of pollutants from the facility; or

(c) the potential adverse impacts on the Commonwealth's natural resources from the disposal of restricted materials pursuant to 310 CMR 19.017.

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310 CMR, § 19.036