1. Deviations from the standards set forth in sections 8.620 and 8.622 may be permitted where conformance to such standards is impractical and where the method, material, and dimension used in lieu thereof does not create a hazard.
2. Permission to deviate from the standards set forth in sections 8.620 and 8.622 may be granted only by the commissioner of administration after consulting with the governor's council on disability established in section 37.735. Application to deviate from the standards may be submitted by the owner of the building only. Applications shall be submitted in such written forms as the commissioner may require.
3. The commissioner shall maintain a codified listing of all applications received. The listing shall indicate the action taken by the commissioner on each application.