New Jersey § 13:1e-61
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 13:1e-61, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13:1e-61.
a. The provisions of any other law to the contrary notwithstanding, all new major
hazardous waste facilities shall be: (1) Totally or partially constructed above existing grade; (2) Physically accessible to inspection personnel; (3) Designed to allow 99.9% extraction of all hazardous waste stored or disposed of
therein; and (4) Designed to prevent any significant adverse impact on the environment or public
health. b. Registration statements and engineering designs for secure landfills or other facilities
which do not meet the requirements of criterion (1) or (2) of subsection a. of this
section may be approved by the department only upon a finding that: (1) All alternatives to the proposed facility design are technologically or economically
impracticable; (2) All hazardous waste to be treated, stored or disposed of in the proposed facility
can be effectively monitored; (3) The requirements of criteria (3) and (4) of subsection a. of this section will
not be violated; and (4) Such approval is consistent with the purposes and provisions of this act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 13:1e-61
What does New Jersey Statutes § 13:1e-61 cover?
Section 13:1e-61 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 13:1e-61?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 13:1e-61" (New Jersey). 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 New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 13:1e-61 apply to my situation?
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