Wisconsin § 281.19 - Orders.
Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 281.19 — Orders., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 281.19. Orders.
281.19(1) (1) The department may issue general orders, and adopt rules applicable throughout the state for the construction, installation, use and operation of practicable and available systems, methods and means for preventing and abating pollution of the waters of the state. Such general orders and rules shall be issued only after an opportunity to be heard thereon has been afforded to interested parties. 281.19(2) (2) 281.19(2)(a) (a) The department may issue special orders directing particular owners to remedy violations of the safe drinking water program under s. 281.17 (8) and (9) or to secure such operating results toward the control of pollution of the waters of the state as the department prescribes, within a specified time. Pending efforts to comply with any order, the department may permit continuance of operations on such conditions as it prescribes. If any owner cannot comply with an order within the time specified, the owner may, before the date set in the order, petition the department to modify the order. The department may modify the order, specifying in writing the reasons therefor. If any order is not complied with within the time period specified, the department shall immediately notify the attorney general of this fact. After receiving the notice, the attorney general shall commence an action under s.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 281.19
What does Wisconsin Statutes § 281.19 cover?
Section 281.19 ("Orders.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin § 281.19?
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How does Wisconsin § 281.19 apply to my situation?
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