Code of Massachusetts Regulations
220 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
Title 220 CMR 75.00 - The Preservation Of Records Of Electric, Gas, And Water Utilities
Section 75.04 - Application for Exceptions from Provision of 220 CMR 75.00

Notwithstanding the provisions of the Schedule ( 220 CMR 75.05) , the Department may, upon the written request of a public utility, authorize a shorter period of retention for any record listed therein upon a showing by the public utility that preservation of such record for a longer period is not necessary or appropriate for the public interest or for the protection of investors or consumers.

In addition, notwithstanding the provisions of 220 CMR 75.03, the Department may, upon the written request of a public utility, authorize use of a record medium not included in the definition of record media in 220 CMR 75.03, Table 1-Record Media, upon a showing by the public utility that the record medium ensures the preservation of records in a manner appropriate for the public interest as well as the protection of investors and consumers. Such a showing will include a demonstration that the medium meets acceptable industry standards for reliability and accuracy, and that appropriate safeguards are in place to prevent loss or destruction of records. The Department may seek comments from interested parties regarding such requests for exceptions. Petitioners are expected to provide the Department with a complete filing, including all necessary and relevant supporting documentation. Failure to make a complete filing may result in dismissal of the petition for exception.