Section 289.228. Nuisance minimization and control

(a) Vectors. An operator may not cause or allow the attraction, harborage or breeding of vectors.

(b) Odors.

(1) An operator shall implement the plan approved under § 289.136 (relating to nuisance minimization and control plan) to minimize and control public nuisances from odors. If the Department determines during operation of the facility that the plan is inadequate to minimize or control public nuisances, the Department may modify the plan or require the operator to modify the plan and obtain Department approval.

(2) An operator shall perform regular, frequent and comprehensive site inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of cover, capping, gas collection and destruction, waste acceptance and all other waste management practices in reducing the potential for offsite odor creation.

(3) An operator shall promptly address and correct problems and deficiencies discovered in the course of inspections performed under paragraph (2).

(c) Other. An operator shall implement the plan approved under § 289.136 to minimize and control other conditions that are harmful to the environment or public health, or which create safety hazards, odors, dust, noise, unsightliness and other public nuisances.

The provisions of this § 289.228 amended January 12, 2001, effective January 13, 2001, 31 Pa.B. 235. Immediately preceding text appears at serial page (226727).

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Cross References

This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 289.136 (relating to nuisance control plan); 25 Pa. Code § 290.411 (relating to storage impoundments—operating requirements); and 25 Pa. Code § 299.144 (relating to operating requirements).