A motion for consolidation of two or more proceedings shall be in writing, signed by the movant or the movant's attorney or representative, and filed with the executive director or the hearing officer prior to the date set for hearing. No two or more proceedings may be consolidated or heard jointly without the affirmative consent of all parties, unless the executive director or hearing officer finds that the proceedings involve common questions of law and fact, and that separate hearings would result in unwarranted expense or delay or substantial injustice.

Source Note:The provisions of this §1.26 adopted to be effective December 26, 1995, 20 TexReg 11035.