Sec.46a-54-121. Procedure after filing

Upon receipt, the chairperson shall refer the petition to Commission members and staff for comment, suggestion and recommendation. In accordance with subdivision (9) of section 46a-54 of the Connecticut General Statutes, the Commission may hold hearings to receive public comment. The Commission, by a majority vote of its members present and voting shall approve or deny the petition within thirty (30) days of its receipt. If the petition is denied, the Commission shall inform the petitioner of its decision and the reasons therefore in writing. If the petition is granted, the Commission shall initiate regulation making proceedings as provided for in section 4-168 of the Connecticut General Statutes.

(Effective January 1, 1993)