Determinations by the Department

(1) Burden. Where an applicant is seeking a permit, determination, authorization or approval from the Department the applicant has the burden of establishing, on the basis of credible evidence from a competent source, such facts as are necessary to meet the conditions and criteria set forth in the applicable provisions of 310 CMR 19.000. (2) Additional Information. In addition to such submissions as the applicant may make, the Department may accept and rely upon credible evidence from other competent sources.