(1) The landowner may elect to perform the actual reclamation work in lieu of contracting with other parties to perform the reclamation work. If the landowner elects to perform the work, no costs beyond what would have been paid if the work had been performed by a contractor secured through competitive bidding will be reimbursed.
    (2) Cost of equipment purchased to perform the work will be reimbursed based on a non-accelerated depreciation rate and reasonable associated costs. In no event may a landowner claim depreciation in excess of a fair rental rate for functionally similar equipment.
    (3) Invoices submitted for payment will be audited prior to payment using appropriate auditing procedures and tests, which may include audits of the landowner’s records in each instance.
Rulemaking Authority 17.29, 378.037(2) FS. Law Implemented Florida Statutes § 378.037. History-New 8-9-83, Formerly 3A-44.08, 3A-44.008.