Whenever a strict interpretation of provisions of this chapter which are not required by Chapter 173-350 WAC would result in extreme hardship to the applicant based on special circumstances not created, caused, generated or worsened by the applicant, the Health Officer or an appointed Hearing Officer may waive the provision(s) causing extreme hardship in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. Provisions required under State law or regulation may not be waived without written concurrence from Ecology or other applicable State agencies.