Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY
Title 123 - NEBRASKA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Chapter 6 - APPROVAL OF ALTERNATIVE DESIGNS
Section 123-6-001
Current through September 17, 2024
The design engineer of a wastewater works may request that the director approve an alternative design that does not meet the minimum design standards and specifications in this title. To request approval of an alternative design, a written request will be submitted explaining the reason for proposing an alternative, describing the alternative design and justifying its use. The director may approve the alternative design if:
001.01 Conforming to the design standard is impractical due to unusual site conditions, existing construction, or other unusual factors.
001.02 The alternative design is based on generally accepted engineering principles,
001.03 The alternative design achieves the same objectives as the design standard, and
001.04 The alternative design protects the environment and public health to a comparable degree as the design standard.
