Section 47.006. Grant variances.

 

(1)  The department may approve in writing variances from nonstatutory requirements of this chapter upon request of the grantee when it is determined that variances are essential to effect necessary actions or department objectives, and where special circumstances make variances in the best interests of the state. Before granting a variance, the department shall take into account factors such as good cause, circumstances beyond the control of the grantee and financial hardship.

(2)  The department shall no later than September 30 notify its advisory committees to the stewardship and urban forestry programs of variances requested and granted under this section in the previous 12 months and provide the information to others on request.

Cr. Register, August, 1992, No. 440 , eff. 9-1-92; am. (1), Register, May, 1999, No. 521 , eff. 6-1-99.