§ 1951.548 - Exception authority.

The Administrator of the Farmers Home Administration or its successor agency under Public Law 103-354 may, in individual cases, make an exception to any requirements of this Subpart not required by the authorizing statute if the Administrator finds that application of such requirement would adversely affect the interest of the Government. The Administrator will exercise the authority only at the request of the State Director. The District Director will submit the request supported by data: demonstrating the adverse impact; identifying the particular requirement involved; showing proper alternative courses of action; and, identifying how the adverse impact will be eliminated.