R 299.4301 Purpose, scope, and applicability.

Rule 301. (1) The purpose of this part is to establish standards under the act for all type III landfill units. These standards ensure the protection of human health and the environment. (2) Type III landfills that are new disposal areas shall not be issued an operating license unless the construction permit process specified in the act and R 299.4902 to R 299.4920 has been complied with. (3) Except as otherwise specifically provided in this part, the standards of this part apply to the owners and operators of all of the following: (a) New type III landfill units. (b) Existing type III landfill units. (c) Vertical and lateral expansions of existing units. (d) Preexisting type III landfill units. All other solid waste disposal areas and practices that are not regulated under part 111 of the act are subject to the standards contained in parts 2, 4, and 5 of these rules. (4) Variances to the rules that are applicable to type III landfills may be granted, in writing, by the solid waste control agency under R 299.4108.