1. (a) Multiple violations arising from a single investigation of open burning may be assessed multiple penalties using the procedures set forth in G.S. 143-215.3(a)(9). In determining the number of violations of the open burning rules, the Director shall consider:

   1. (1) the type of material burned;
   2. (2) the amount of material burned; and
   3. (3) the location of the burn.
2. (b) Each pile of land clearing or right-of-way maintenance debris that does not comply with the specifications of 15A NCAC 02D .1903(b)(2) shall constitute a separate violation.

History Note: Authority G.S. 143-215.3(a)(1); 143-215.107(a)(5);
Eff. July 1, 2007;
Readopted Eff. September 1, 2019.