Section 125.210  Public Hearing

a)         The Board will hold a public hearing in a tax certification proceeding if:

1)         The applicant files a petition to contest in accordance with Section 125.206 of this Subpart, unless the Board disposes of the petition on a motion for summary judgement brought pursuant to 35 Ill. Adm. Code 101.516; or

2)         The Board in its discretion determines that a hearing would be advisable.

b)         If a hearing is to be held, the hearing officer will set a time and place for the hearing.  The hearing officer will make an attempt to consult with the applicant and the Agency before scheduling a hearing.  Hearings will be held in the county where the facility or portion thereof or the device for which the applicant seeks a tax certification is located, unless the hearing officer orders otherwise.