Minnesota Administrative Rules
Agency 174 - Pipeline Saftey Office
Chapter 7535 - MODEL PIPELINE SETBACK ORDINANCE
Part 7535.0400 - ADOPTION OF SETBACK ORDINANCE

Subpart 1. Deadline.

By August 1, 1991, each jurisdiction described in part 7535.0300 shall adopt an approved setback ordinance that meets or exceeds the minimum standards set out in this chapter.

Subp. 2. Application.

The model setback ordinance must be applied to any jurisdiction that has not adopted an approved setback ordinance by August 1, 1991.

Subp. 3. Approval process.

Each jurisdiction shall submit a copy of its proposed ordinance to the commissioner. The proposed ordinance must be compared to the definitions and model setback ordinance in parts 7535.0100 and 7535.0500 to ensure that the proposed setback meets or exceeds the minimum standards set out in the model. The commissioner's written decision on the proposed ordinance will be sent to the jurisdiction within 90 days of receipt. The decision must specify approval of the ordinance or areas of deficiency and recommended modifications.