WSR 06-11-114

PROPOSED RULES

OLYMPIC REGION

CLEAN AIR AGENCY

[ Filed May 18, 2006, 2:41 p.m. ]

     Original Notice.

     Exempt from preproposal statement of inquiry under RCW 34.05.310(4).

     Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Olympic region clean air agency Regulation 1, this action will change the arrangement of the existing Regulation 1. No additions or deletions will be made.

     Hearing Location(s): Olympic Region Clean Air Agency, 2940 B Limited Lane N.W., Olympia, WA 98502, on July 12, 2006, at 10:15 a.m.

     Date of Intended Adoption: July 12, 2006.

     Submit Written Comments to: Olympic Region Clean Air Agency, 2940 B Limited Lane N.W., Olympia, WA 98502, e-mail Robert@orcaa.org, fax (360) 491-6308, by July 11, 2006.

     Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Dan Nelson by July 7, 2006, (360) 586-1044.

     Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: This action will create a common-sense organization of the regulations. The impact will be a combining of similar subject matter for more ready access to the regulations affecting a specific activity. These changes will help the public and industry identify their regulatory responsibilities in complying with air quality laws and regulations. The numbering system will change. There will be no changes to the content of the regulations. To assist those familiar with the previous numbering system, the new Table of Contents includes a historical reference to the Article and Section of the former Regulation 1.

     Statutory Authority for Adoption: Chapter 70.94 RCW.

     Statute Being Implemented: Chapter 70.94 RCW.

     Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.

     Name of Proponent: Olympic region clean air agency, governmental.

     Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting, Implementation and Enforcement: Robert Moody, 2940 B Limited Lane N.W., Olympia, WA 98502, (360) 586-1044.

     No small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW. This agency is not subject to the Regulatory Fairness Act (chapter 19.85 RCW) because air pollution control authorities are not deemed state agencies (RCW 70.94.141).

     A cost-benefit analysis is not required under RCW 34.05.328. Air pollution control authorities are not deemed to be state agencies (RCW 70.94.141).

May 17, 2006

Richard A. Stedman

Executive Director

Proposed ORCAA Regulations Table of Contents

The parenthetical notes reference the original citations in Regulation 1.


Regulation 1 - General Provision

     Rule 1.1 Policy (Article 1, Section 1.01)

     Rule 1.2 Name of Agency (Article 1, Section 1.03)

     Rule 1.3 Short Title (Article 1, Section 1.05)

     Rule 1.4 Definitions (Article 1, Section 1.07)

     Rule 1.5 Control Officer - Powers and Duties (Article 3, Section 3.01)

     Rule 1.6 Confidential Information (Article 3, Section 3.03)

     Rule 1.7 Appointment of Hearing Officer (Article 3, Section 3.15)

     Rule 1.8 Appeals from Board Orders (Article 3, Section 3.17)

     Rule 1.9 Severability (Article 3, Section 3.25)


Regulation 2 - Enforcement Procedures and Penalties

     Rule 2.1 Voluntary Compliance (Article 3, Section 3.19)

     Rule 2.2 Service of Notice (Article 3, Section 3.21)

     Rule 2.3 Variances (Article 3, Section 3.23)

     Rule 2.4 Notices of Violations (Article 3, Section 3.26)

     Rule 2.5 Regulatory Actions and Penalties (Article 3, Section 3.27)

     Rule 2.6 Compliance Schedules (Article 3, Section 3.29)


Regulation 3 - Fees

     Rule 3.1 Annual Registration Fees (Article 5, Section 5.05)

     Rule 3.2 Operating Permit Fees (Article 6, Section 6.03)

     Rule 3.3 Notice of Construction Fees (Article 7, Section 7.13)

     Rule 3.4 Outdoor Burning Permit Fees (Article 9, Section 9.01)

     Rule 3.5 Asbestos Fees (Article 14, Section 14.05)


Regulation 4 - Registration

     Rule 4.1 Registration Required (Article 5, Section 5.01)

     Rule 4.2 Registration Program (Article 5, Section 5.02)

     Rule 4.3 Requirements for Stationary Sources subject to Registration (Article 5, Section 5.03)

     Rule 4.4 Classification of Sources Required to Register with agency (Article 5, Section 5.04)

     Rule 4.5 Registration of Portable Equipment (temporary portable sources) (Article 7, Section 7.12)


Regulation 5 - Operating Permit Program (Title V)

     Rule 5.1 Operating permit program (Article 6, Section 6.01)

     Rule 5.2 Classification of sources (Article 6, Section 6.02)

     Rule 5.3 Restricting the Potential to Emit (Article 6, Section 6.06)


Regulation 6 - Required Permits

     Rule 6.1 Notice of Construction Required (Article 7, Section 7.01)

          6.1.1 Notice of Intent to Operate (Article 7, Section 7.02)

          6.1.2 Application Processing (Article 7, Section 7.03)

          6.1.3 Public Involvement (Article 7, Section 7.04)

          6.1.4 Requirements for Approval (Article 7, Section 7.06)

          6.1.5 Notice of Completion - Order of Violation (Article 7, Section 7.07)

          6.1.6 Time Limit on Approval of Construction (Article 7, Section 7.11)

          6.1.7 Temporary Portable Sources (Article 7, Section 7.12)

          6.1.8 Conditions in Approval Orders Enforceable (Article 7, Section 7.14)

          6.1.9 Work done without approval (Article 7, Section 7.15)

          6.1.10 Requirements for Replacement or Substantial Alteration of Emission Control Technology at an Existing Stationary Source (Article 7, Section 7.19)

          6.1.11 Change of Conditions (Article 7, Section 7.20)

          6.1.12 Voluntary Limits on Emissions (Article 7, Section 7.21)

     Rule 6.2 Outdoor burning (Article 9, Section 9.01)

          6.2.1 Land clearing

          6.2.2 Agricultural

     Rule 6.3 Asbestos (Article 14)

          6.3.1 Removal and encapsulation of asbestos material purpose (Article 14, Section 14.01)

          6.3.2 Notification requirements (Article 14, Section 14.05)

          6.3.3 Procedures for asbestos emission control (Article 14, Section 14.09)

          6.3.4 Disposal of asbestos containing waste material (Article 14, Section 14.11)

          6.3.5 Controlled and regulated substances (Article 14, Section 14.12)


Regulation 7 - Prohibitions

     Rule 7.1 Interference or Obstruction (Article 3, Section 3.05)

     Rule 7.2 False or Misleading Statements (Article 3, Section 3.07)

     Rule 7.3 Unlawful Reproduction or Alteration of Documents (Article 3, Section 3.09)

     Rule 7.4 Display of Orders and Certificates: Remove or Mutilation Prohibited (Article 3, Section 3.11)

     Rule 7.5 Emissions of Air Contaminant - Concealment and Masking (Article 9, Section 9.12)

     Rule 7.6 Emissions of air contaminant or water vapor: detriment to persons and/or property (Article 9, Section 9.23)

     Rule 7.7 Emissions and operations of waste wood burners (Article 10)

          7.7.1 Exceptions (Article 10, Section 10.03)

          7.7.2 Prohibited Materials (Article 10, Section 10.05)

          7.7.3 Other Sections Not Applicable (Article 10, Section 10.07)


Regulation 8 - Performance Standards

     Rule 8.1 Residential Wood Heating (Article 8, Section 8.01)

          8.1.1 Definitions (Article 8, Section 8.03)

          8.1.2 Opacity Standards (Article 8, Section 8.05)

          8.1.3 Fuel Types (Article 8, Section 8.07)

          8.1.4 Curtailment (Article 8, Section 8.09)

          8.1.5 Exemptions (Article 8, Section 8.11)

          8.1.6 Penalties (Article 8, Section 8.13)

          8.1.7 Installation of Uncertified Woodstoves (Article 8, Section 8.15)

          8.1.8 Sale and Disposal of Uncertified Woodstoves (Article 8, Section 8.17)

     Rule 8.2 General Standards for Maximum Visual Emissions (Article 9, Section 9.03)

     Rule 8.3 General Standards for Maximum Particulate Matter (Article 9, Section 9.05)

     Rule 8.4 Incineration Operation (Article 9, Section 9.07)

     Rule 8.5 Odor and Nuisance Control Measures (Article 9, Section 9.11)

     Rule 8.6     Emissions of Toxic Air Pollutants (Article 9, Section 9.13)

     Rule 8.7 Reporting of Excess Emissions (Article 9, Section 9.15)

     Rule 8.8 Control Equipment - maintenance and repair (Article 9, Section 9.16)

     Rule 8.9 Burning used oil in land-based facilities (Article 9, Section 9.17)

     Rule 8.10 Fluorides (Article 9, Section 9.21)

     Rule 8.11 Record Keeping and Reporting purpose (Article 13)

     Rule 8.12 Gasoline stations (Article 15)

          8.12.1 Definitions (Article 15, Section 15.03)

          8.12.2 General Requirements (Article 15, Section 15.05)

          8.12.3 Vapor recovery stage I (Article 15, Section 15.07)

          8.12.4 Vapor recovery stage II (Article 15, 15.09)

          8.12.5 New gasoline dispensing facilities (Article 15, Section 15.11)

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