The PDC executive director may make exceptions on a case-by-case basis for persons who lack the technological ability to submit required materials electronically.

A person seeking an exception must electronically file with the executive director of the PDC a written statement of reasons why the person lacks the ability to submit required materials electronically. For required reports, the request should be submitted by the tenth day of the month preceding the month in which the report is due so that action on the request can be completed before the filing deadline. The request does not suspend the reporting requirement of any portion of chapter 42.17A RCW. Upon receipt of a filed request, the executive director may request further information from the applicant in consideration of the request. The executive director will issue a decision to approve or deny a request for an exception to an electronic submittal requirement within thirty days of receiving a filed request, which may be extended if further information is provided upon request by the executive director.