R11-3-206. Variance

A. In addition to information required under the Act or this Chapter, a request for variance submitted under A.R.S. § 27-1237 shall include: 1. Identification by owner or operator and mine name, if any, of the exploration operation or mining unit for which the variance is sought; 2. Descriptive location of the property on which the exploration operation or mining unit is located; 3. Identification of the statutory or regulatory provision or requirement or condition of the approved reclamation plan from which the variance is sought; 4. Justification for the variance; and 5. Alternative methods or measures to be used. B. Within 30 days after receiving a request for variance under A.R.S. § 27-1237, the Inspector shall issue a conditional order authorizing the variance or denying the request. If the Inspector denies the request for variance, the order shall include an explanation of reasons for the denial.