This regulation is authorized by MGL C. 111, § 31, which authorizes
local boards of health to make reasonable health regulations.
The purpose of this regulation is to control the installation and maintenance
of underground gasoline or fuel storage tanks over 1,000 gallons and the subsurface
storage of hazardous materials in any amount and to protect groundwater and
surface water from contamination due to leakage. The provisions of this regulation
are applicable only to underground tanks.
This regulation shall take effect immediately.