Section 56.222. Applications for modification or exception

(a) If unreasonable hardship to a person or to a public utility results from compliance with a section in this chapter, or a technological advance permits an enhanced level of customer service, application may be made to the Commission for modification of the section or for temporary exemption from its requirements. The adoption of this chapter by the Commission will in no way preclude it from altering or amending it under the applicable statutory procedures, nor will the adoption of this chapter preclude the Commission from granting temporary exemptions in exceptional cases.

(b) A person or public utility that files an application under this section shall provide notice to persons who may be affected by the modification or temporary exemption. Notice may be made by a bill insert or in another reasonable manner.

The provisions of this § 56.222 adopted June 16, 1978, effective June 17, 1978, 8 Pa.B. 1655; amended October 7, 2011, effective October 8, 2011, 41 Pa.B. 5473. Immediately preceding text appears at serial pages (252051) to (252052).

Notation

Authority

The provisions of this § 56.222 amended under Chapter 14 of the Public Utility Code, 66 Pa.C.S. Chapter 14.

Cross References

This section cited in 52 Pa. Code § 57.257 (relating to disputes concerning advanced metering).