---
kind: "section"
citation: "33 C.F.R. § 126.12"
title: "33"
number: "126.12"
heading: "How do I request the use of an alternative method of complying with a requirement in this part?"
url: "https://uscodex.org/cfr/33/126.12"
---

# §126.12. How do I request the use of an alternative method of complying with a requirement in this part?

- (a) An owner or operator of a waterfront facility may request that the COTP allow the use of an alternative method of complying with a requirement in this part.
- (b) The request must establish, to the COTP's satisfaction—
  - (1) That compliance with the requirement is economically or physically impractical; and
  - (2) **That the alternative requested provides an equivalent or greater level of safety.**
- (c) The COTP examines the request and provides an answer, in writing, within 30 days of receipt of the request.

## Notes

### Amendments

[USCG-1998-4302, 68 FR 55441, Sept. 26, 2003]

### Authority

Authority: 46 U.S.C. 70034; 49 CFR 1.46.

### Amendments

[USCG-1998-4302, 68 FR 55441, Sept. 26, 2003]