25 Pa. Code § 88.43 - Operation plan: existing structures
(a) The application shall include a
description of each existing structure proposed to be used in connection with
or to facilitate the anthracite coal surface mining activities , including the
following:
(1) The location.
(2) The plans of the structure which describe
its existing condition.
(3) A
demonstration of evidence, indicating whether the structure meets the
performance standards or the design requirements of Subchapter B, C or D
(relating to surface anthracite coal mines: minimum environmental protection
performance standards; anthracite bank removal and reclamation : minimum
environmental protection performance standards; and anthracite refuse disposal:
minimum environmental protection performance standards).
(b) The application shall include a
compliance plan for each existing structure to be modified or reconstructed for
use in connection with or to facilitate the surface mining activities . The
compliance plan shall include:
(1) Design
specifications for the modification or reconstruction of the structure to meet
the design and performance standards of this chapter.
(2) A construction schedule which shows dates
for beginning and completing interim steps and final reconstruction.
(3) Provisions for monitoring the structure
during and after modification or reconstruction to ensure that the performance
standards of Subchapter B, C or D are met.
(4) A showing that the risk of harm to the
environment or to public health or safety is not significant during the period
of modification or reconstruction.
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