OAR 104-080-0210: Variance

(1) A 9-1-1 jurisdiction may request a variance from these rules. Any variance from these rules, chapter 104, division 080, is subject to approval by the Department. Requests for a variance must identify from which division 080 rules, including rule section, the requester seeks a variance and include supporting documentation describing the equipment or services involved. The Department may require additional documentation or clarification at its discretion. (2) The Department will review the request for a variance from these rules. The request for a variance must demonstrate how the equipment or services involved creates efficiency in business processes beyond the minimum service requirements for the 9-1-1 jurisdiction in the operation of the PSAP. The Department will notify the 9-1-1 jurisdiction in writing if the request for a variance is approved or rejected and describe the reason for the decision.