Section 170.412  Delegation of Authority to Enforce UST Rules and Regulations

Pursuant to 430 ILCS 15/2, the Office of the State Fire Marshal has authority to delegate to the City of Chicago enforcement of its underground storage tank rules and regulations.

a)         The methods and procedures of this enforcement do not have to be identical with those of the Office; however, the Office has oversight concerning such enforcement.

b)         Subject to the terms of such a delegation agreement, where the Office of the State Fire Marshal is expressly authorized to initiate enforcement action, the City of Chicago has concurrent authority.

c)         The rules and regulations of the City of Chicago shall not be less stringent than this Part.

(Source:  Amended at 27 Ill. Reg. 8164, effective May 1, 2003)