1. (a) Each swine operator seeking a variance from the regulations in this article shall submit to the department a written request for variance from the regulations in this article and shall provide information relevant to the request.
2. (b) Each request shall specifically set forth why the variance should be considered and how the requested variance addresses the intent of this article.
3. (c) A variance may be granted by the department whenever site-specific conditions or proposals are in keeping with the purpose and intent of this article.

(Authorized by and implementing K.S.A. 1997 Supp. 65-165, as amended by L. 1998, ch. 62, sec. 1, and K.S.A. 1997 Supp. 65-171d, as amended by L. 1998, ch. 143, sec. 1; effective Jan. 15, 1999.)