Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 340 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Division 264 - RULES FOR OPEN BURNING
Section 340-264-0020 - Policy

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 340-264-0020

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 3, March 1, 2024

In order to restore and maintain the quality of the air resources of the state in a condition as free from air pollution as is practicable, consistent with the overall public welfare of the state, it is the policy of the EQC:

(1) To eliminate open burning disposal practices where alternative disposal methods are feasible and practicable;

(2) To encourage the development of alternative disposal methods;

(3) To emphasize resource recovery;

(4) To regulate specified types of open burning;

(5) To encourage utilization of the highest and best practicable burning methods to minimize emissions where other disposal practices are not feasible; and

(6) To require specific programs and timetables for compliance with this division.

NOTE: This rule is included in the State of Oregon Clean Air Act Implementation Plan that EQC adopted under OAR 340-200-0040.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 468.020 & 468A.025

Stats. Implemented: ORS 468A.025, 468A.035 & 468A.460 - 468A.515

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