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