Sec. 7.2. Types of actions

(a) Type I actions (which are more likely to require the preparation of environmental impact statements than unlisted actions) are listed in 6 NYCRR 617.12. Type II actions (which have been determined not to have a significant adverse effect on the environment) are listed in 6 NYCRR 617.13 and in the following subdivision. Neither new programs nor major changes in priorities with respect to policies, regulations and procedures are included.

(b) The adoption of policies, regulations and procedures constitutes the undertaking of a type II action if it relates to:

(1) routine administration and management of the commission's functions, including but not limited to rules establishing procedures for the orderly conduct of business before the commission (e.g., Rules of Procedure, 16 NYCRR, Chapter I, which set forth such matters as the procedures for hearings and rehearings and the content of applications and exhibits);

(2) practices by utilities concerning administration and management of utility functions, including but not limited to rules relating to:

(i) utility reports;

(ii) the preparation of tariff schedules;

(iii) the uniform system of accounts;

(iv) contract and procurement procedures; and

(v) notice of issuance of securities;

(3) practices by utilities concerning customer relations, including but not limited to rules governing:

(i) service standards;

(ii) gas standards;

(iii) consumer deposits;

(iv) bills for service;

(v) notice for interruptible service;

(vi) complaint procedures; and

(vii) limitations of liability;

(4) activities by utilities concerning testing, inspection, repair and maintenance of existing facilities, including rules governing meter testing, inspection, repair and maintenance requirements; or

(5) safety measures for design, testing, operation and maintenance of utility facilities, unrelated to siting authorization, including rules governing the reporting of accidents by electric utilities.