(a) A party may file a request that a hearing be held to receive evidence in his or her behalf at a place other than that designated in § 952.14. The party shall support the request with a statement outlining:
- (1) The evidence to be offered in such place;
- (2) The names and addresses of the witnesses who will testify; and,
- (3) The reasons why such evidence cannot be produced at Arlington, VA.
- (b) The presiding officer shall give consideration to the convenience and necessity of the parties and witnesses and the relevance of the evidence to be offered.