1. (a) The HFC User must attempt to address any issues of noncompliance identified in the Audit Report with the Auditor, prior to submission of the Audit Report to the Department.
2. (b) During any applicable corrective action period, the HFC User may appeal any noncompliance issued as provided for in §1.7 of this title (relating to Appeals). The filing of an appeal does not extend or suspend the 180-day corrective action period, unless the Department authorizes an extension in writing. The HFC User and Auditor, as applicable, must provide all documentation requested by the Department within ten calendar days prior to the meeting.
3. (c) An HFC User may request alternative dispute resolution in accordance with the Department's rules regarding such resolution set forth at §1.17 of this title (relating to Alternative Dispute Resolution).

Source Note:The provisions of this §10.1207 adopted to be effective March 26, 2026, 51 TexReg 1836.