40. The operator of a quarry or sand pit established before 17 August 1977 must, even in the absence of a redevelopment and restoration plan, redevelop and restore the excavated land since that date as part of the operation of the quarry or sand pit, in accordance with this Regulation.
In the case where the operator of a quarry or sand pit established before 17 August 1977 redevelops and restores the excavated land before that date, the operator must carry out the redevelopment or restoration work in accordance with the provisions of this Regulation.
236-2019O.C. 236-2019, s. 40.