Arizona Revised Statutes Title 49. The Environment § 49-1014. Rules; policies; guidelines

1. If a substantive policy statement as defined in § 41-1001 or a guideline is issued by the director, the director shall provide written notice to persons regulated by this chapter before the effective date of a policy or guideline that affects the substantive rights of owners and operators or other parties regulated under the underground storage tank program. The written notice shall set forth the effective date of the policy or guideline. The policy or guideline shall not be retroactive or applied retroactively except as specifically authorized by law or by the agreement of the department and the person who is regulated by this chapter.

2. The department shall not base a determination of compliance with the requirements of this chapter in whole or in part on a policy or guideline that is not specifically authorized by statute or rule.