(a) A Type 3 rate adjustment is a rate adjustment that is authorized only when justified by exceptional or extraordinary circumstances.
(b) A Type 3 rate adjustment is not subject to the annual limitation or the restrictions on the use of unused rate adjustment authority, and does not implement a negotiated service agreement.
(c) A Postal Service request for a Type 3 rate adjustment is subject to public participation and Commission review within 90 days. [78 FR 52704, Aug. 26, 2013, redesignated at 79 FR 33832, June 12, 2014]