§ 5.5-112
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§5.5–112.
(a)The Commissioner shall allow variances in accordance with this section.
(b)Any affected railroad company may apply in writing to the Commissioner for an order for a variance from any regulation or health and safety standard adopted under this title.
(c)After a hearing, the Commissioner may grant a variance from the regulations and standards adopted under this title, if:
(1)that action is necessary to prevent undue operational or economic hardship; or
(i)existing conditions prevent practical compliance; and
(ii)the Commissioner determines the reasonable safety of the public and employees of the railroad company can be assured.