Minnesota Administrative Rules Agency 174 - Pipeline Saftey Office
Here’s an enhanced overview of Minnesota Administrative Rules, Agency 174 – Pipeline Safety Office:
🛢️ Agency 174 – Pipeline Safety Office Overview
Agency 174, housed within the Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Office of Pipeline Safety, oversees regulation and enforcement related to gas and hazardous liquid pipelines across the state (law.cornell.edu).
📘 Key Chapters in Agency 174
🔹 Chapter 7530 – Pipeline Safety Enforcement and Sanctions
Defines key terms and jurisdiction (e.g., "Office", "Director", "pipeline operator") in Part 7530.0100 (law.cornell.edu).
Establishes enforcement procedures, including quarterly assessments to pipeline operators and associated penalties (Part 7530.5060) (regulations.justia.com).
🔹 Chapter 7535 – Model Pipeline Setback Ordinance
Provides guidance for local governments on establishing land-use zoning standards around pipelines. (Justia listing) (regulations.justia.com)
🔹 Chapter 7560 – Excavation Notice System
Sets requirements for excavation notifications near pipelines to ensure safety and prevent damage. Justia lists the chapter .
📌 Statutory Authority & Responsibilities
Governed under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 174, which directs the Commissioner to establish rules and standards for pipeline operations, including inspections, grants, and compliance notifications (revisor.mn.gov).
Through Chapter 174, the Office is tasked with publishing all relevant standards and procedures and managing enforcement processes (e.g., operator applications, grants, and safety plans) (revisor.mn.gov).
✅ Summary Table
Chapter
Focus Area
7530
Definition, compliance enforcement, operator evaluations, penalties
7535
Land-use standards and pipeline setback guidance
7560
Excavation notification requirements to prevent pipeline damage
🔍 Want to Explore Further?
Let me know if you'd like full text from any chapter—such as penalties schedules, setback distances, reporting requirements, or inspection rules—or if you're interested in recent rule amendments or proposed additions. I can also provide direct links to the official Revisor site for up-to-date documents.
RELATED Blog
0 comments