Maine § 1316-B. - Abatement; cleanup; mitigation
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1316-B. — Abatement; cleanup; mitigation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1316-B.. Abatement; cleanup; mitigation
If a responsible party does not comply immediately with all conditions of an administrative order issued pursuant to section 1316‑A or an administrative consent agreement issued pursuant to section 347‑A, subsection 4 or any court order, the commissioner may act to abate, clean up or mitigate the threat or hazard posed by an uncontrolled tire stockpile. The commissioner may: [PL 1995, c. 579, §3 (AMD).]
1. Assistance. Employ private consultants and other persons to evaluate, design or conduct tire removal or site remediation activities;
2. Process and remove. Cause the processing or removal of all stockpiled tires;
3. Secure. Have barriers constructed and sufficient security measures implemented to prohibit the access of unauthorized persons to the site, including the responsible party;
4. Equipment. Have fire-fighting or pollution abatement equipment purchased and stored either at or away from the tire stockpile;
5. Alter. Have the physical characteristics of the stockpile site altered, including the construction of fire lanes, fire or pollution barriers or other necessary site remediation activity;
6. Close. Permanently close the stockpile and prohibit the use of the site for the storage or disposal of used motor vehicle tires; or
7. Consultation. Consult with the Office of the State Fire Marshal regarding on-site fire abatement and control measures.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1316-B.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1316-B. cover?
Section 1316-B. ("Abatement; cleanup; mitigation") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 1316-B.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1316-B." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 1316-B. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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