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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Air Quality SHEILA C. HOLMAN
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
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November 14,2016
Mr.Howard P. Brown, Jr.
Vice President of Production and Engineering
Triangle Brick Company
6523 Apex Road
Durham,North Carolina 27713-9346
Dear Mr.Brown:
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 08179T09
Facility ID: 06/04/00043
Triangle Brick Company- Wadesboro
Wadesboro,North Carolina
Anson County
Fee Class: Title V
PSD Class: Minor
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for a minor modification of
a Title V permit received August 16,2016,we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No.08179T09
to Triangle Brick Company,Wadesboro,Anson County,North Carolina authorizing the construction and
operation, of the emission source(s) and associated air pollution control device(s) specified herein.
Additionally, any emissions activities determined from your Air Quality Permit Application as being
insignificant per 15A North Carolina Administrative Code 02Q .0503(8) have been listed for
informational purposes as an "ATTACHMENT." Please note the requirements for the annual
compliance certification are contained in General Condition P in Section 3. The current owner is
responsible for submitting a compliance certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the
facility during the year.
These emission source(s) and/or control device(s) (ID No(s). K-1 and K-2) are listed as a minor
modification per 15A NCAC 02Q.0515. The compliance certification as described in General Condition
P is required. Unless otherwise notified by NC DAQ, the affected terms of this permit (excluding the
permit shield as described General Condition R) for this source shall become final on (Enter date; 60
days after issue date). Until this date, the affected permit terms herein reflect the proposed operating
language that the Permittee shall operate this source under pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q .0515(f).
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review, understand, and abide
by all of the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure that any
person who operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject to any term
or condition of the attached permit reviews, understands, and abides by the condition(s) of the attached
permit that are applicable to that particular emission source.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable to you,
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center 1 217 W.Jones Street,Suite 4000 1 Raleigh,NC 27609-1641
919 707 8400 T
Mr. Howard P. Brown,Jr.
November 14,2016
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you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of this permit,
identifying the specific issues to be contested. This hearing request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) 150B-23, and filed with both the Office of
Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714 and the Division of
Air Quality,Permitting Section, 1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641. The form for
requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing may be obtained upon request from the Office of Administrative
Hearings. Please note that this permit will be stayed in its entirety upon receipt of the request for a hearing.
Unless a request for a hearing is made pursuant to NCGS 150B-23, this Air Quality Permit shall be final and
binding 30 days after issuance.
You may request modification of your Air Quality Permit through informal means pursuant to NCGS
150B-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and must identify the specific provisions
or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that this Air Quality Permit will become final and
binding regardless of a request for informal modification unless a request for a hearing is also made under
NCGS 150B-23.
Anson County has not triggered increment tracking under PSD for any pollutants, so no tracking is
required.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from November 14,2016 until August 31,2018 is
nontransferable to future owners and operators, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein.
Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Jenny Sheppard at (919) 707-
8727.
Sincerely yours,
hlkte Cef, Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality, NCDEQ
Enclosure
c: Heather Ceron, EPA Region 4
Fayetteville Regional Office
Central Files
ATTACHMENT to Permit No. 08179T09
Insi nificant Activities per 15A NCAC 02Q.0503(8)
Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Description
IS-Tank 3,000 gallon above ground gasoline storage tank
1. Because an activity is insignificant does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable
requirement or that the Permittee is exempted from demonstrating compliance with any applicable
requirement.
2. When applicable, emissions from stationary source activities identified above shall be included in
determining compliance with the permit requirements for toxic air pollutants under 15A NCAC 02D .1100
"Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"or 02Q .0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit."
3. For additional information regarding the applicability of MACT or GACT see the DAQ page titled "Specific
Permit Conditions Regulatory Guide."The link to this site is as follows:
http://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/air-quality/air-quality-permits/specific-permit-conditions-re ug latory-guide.
Summary of Changes to Permit
The following changes were made to the Triangle Brick Company-Wadesboro Air Permit No.08179T09
Page(s) Section Description of Change(s)
Cover letter Updated permit revision numbers,effective date,and expiration date.
Updated permit application number.Updated permit issuance date.
Updated signature line to reflect current Air Permits Section Chief.
All All,header Update permit revision number and issue date,application number
8 Section 2.1 A.4. Added additional monitoring,recordkeeping and reporting
requirements to include the use of the DLA to comply with 1120)
27 General Conditions Updated to current language(4.0)
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Air Quality
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date* Expiration Date
08179T09 08179T08 November 14, 2016 August 31, 2018
*The effective date listed above applies only to changes made as a result of this modification. All other terms and conditions
of this permit are applicable as of the issuance date.
Until such time as this permit expires or is modified or revoked,the below named Permittee is permitted to construct
and operate the emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s) specified herein, in accordance with
the terms, conditions, and limitations within this permit. This permit is issued under the provisions of Article 21B of
Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and Title 15A North Carolina Administrative Codes
(15A NCAC), Subchapters 02D and 02Q,and other applicable Laws.
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC, Subchapter 02Q, the Permittee shall not construct, operate, or modify any emission
source(s)or air pollution control device(s)without having first submitted a complete Air Quality Permit Application
to the permitting authority and received an Air Quality Permit,except as provided in this permit.
Permittee: Triangle Brick Company - Wadesboro
Facility ID: 06/04/00043
Facility Site Location: US Highway 52
City,County,State,Zip: Wadesboro,Anson County,North Carolina 28170
Mailing Address: 6523 Apex Road
City,State,Zip: Durham,North Carolina 27713-9346
Application Number: 0400043.16A
Complete Application Date: August 16,2016
Primary SIC Code: 3251
Division of Air Quality, Fayetteville Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 225 Green Street—Suite 714,Systel Building
Fayetteville,North Carolina 28301-5043
Permit issued this the 141 day of November, 2016
William D. Willets, P.E., Chief,Air Permitting Section
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Table of Contents
SECTION 1: PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S)AND ASSOCIATED
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S)AND APPURTENANCES
SECTION 2: SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1 Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions(Including specific requirements,
testing,monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements)
2.2 Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions (Including specific
requirements,testing,monitoring,recordkeeping, and reporting requirements)
2.3 Other Applicable Requirements
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
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SECTION I- PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE (S) AND ASSOCIATED IR
POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE (S) AND APPURTENANCES
The following table contains a summary of all pennitted emission sources and associated air pollution control devices and appurtenances:
Page Emission Source ID No. Emission Source Control Control Device
Nos. Description Device Description
ID No.
Two Brick Tunnel Kilns
6,7, K-1* One natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil- CD-K 1 Dry Limestone
8,9, 02D.1109 Case by Case fired Brick Tunnel Kiln(29.0 tons per hour Adsorber(DLA)
21,23
MACT material output rate,42.8 million Btu per hour
heat input rate)
6,7, K-2* One natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil- CD-K2 Dry Limestone
8,9, 02D .1109 Case by Case fired Brick Tunnel Kiln(29.0 tons per hour Adsorber(DLA)
21,24
MACT material output rate,42.8 million Btu per hour
heat input rate)
Rotary Coatings Dryer
10 SD-1 One natural gas-fired Rotary Coatings Dryer N/A N/A
NSPS UUU (8.1 tons of clay per hour material input rate,
0.3 million Btu per hour heat input rate)
Primary Crushing Plant and Associated Conveyances
PC-1 and PC-2 Two shale feeders N/A N/A
12 PC-3 and PC-4 Two scalp screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
12 PC-5 and PC-6 Two jaw crushers N/A N/A
NSPS 000
12 PC-7 One conveyor under PC-3 and PC-5 N/A N/A
NSPS 000
12 PC-8 One conveyor under PC-4 and PC-6 N/A N/A
NSPS 000
12 PC-9 One cross-over conveyor N/A N/A
NSPS 000
12 PC-10 One shuttle conveyor N/A N/A
NSPS 000
Two Secondary Clay Grinding Plants and Associated Conveyances
CG-1 One clay feeder N/A N/A
14 CG-2 One conveyor belt to scalping screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-3 One scalping screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-4 One return conveyor belt for oversize from N/A N/A
NSPS 000 screens
14 CG-5 One conveyor belt to hammer mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-6 One hammer mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-7 One conveyor belt under hammer mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
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Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source Description Device Description
ID No. ID No.
14 CG-8 One conveyor belt to finish screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-10 through CG-13 Four finish screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-14 One fines conveyor belt under screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-15 One conveyor belt to storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-16 One conveyor belt over storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-17 through CG-21 Five storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-22 through CG-26 Five feeders under storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-27 One conveyor in front of storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
14 CG-28 One conveyor to pug mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
CG-29 One clay feeder N/A N/A
18 CG-30 One conveyor belt to scalping screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-31 One scalping screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-32 One return conveyor belt for oversize from N/A N/A
NSPS 000 screens
18 CG-33 One conveyor belt to hammer mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-34 One hammer mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-35 One conveyor belt under hammer mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-36 One conveyor belt to finish screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-37 through CG-40 Four finish screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-41 One fines conveyor belt under screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-42 One conveyor belt to storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-43 One conveyor belt over storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-44 through CG-48 Five storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-49 through CG-53 Five feeders under storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-54 One conveyor in front of storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
18 CG-55 One conveyor to pug mill N/A N/A
NSPS 000
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Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source Description Device Description
ID No. ID No.
Loam/Sawdust Preparation Operation and Associated Conveyances
LS-1 Loam/sawdust feeder N/A N/A
16 LS-2 One conveyor from loam/sawdust feeder to finish screens N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-3 One loam screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-4 One loam crusher N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-5 One oversize return conveyor from LS-3 N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-6 One oversize return chute N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-7 One fines conveyor belt under LS-3 to bunker belt conveyor N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-8 One belt conveyor to bunker N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-9 One storage bunker N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-10 One sawdust screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-11 One conveyor to storage bins N/A N/A
NSPS 000
16 LS-12 One oversize conveyor from sawdust screen N/A N/A
NSPS 000
Above Ground Storage Tanks
18 T-1 One 24,000 gallon above ground No.6 fuel oil storage tank N/A N/A
NSPS Kb
18 T-2 and T-3 Two 24,000 gallon above ground No.2 fuel oil storage tanks N/A N/A
NSPS Kb
18 T-4 One 24,000 gallon above ground highway diesel fuel oil N/A N/A
L-1
NSPS Kb storage tank
18 T-5 One 24,000 gallon above ground Additive"A"storage tank N/A N/A
NSPS Kb
*These emission source(s)and/or control device(s)(11)No(s).K-1 and K-2,CD-K1 and CD-K2)are listed as a minor modification per
15A NCAC 02Q.0515. The compliance certification as described in General Condition P is required. Unless otherwise notified by NC
DAQ,the affected terms of this permit(excluding the permit shield as described General Condition R)for this source shall become final
on(January 13,2017). Until this date,the affected permit terms herein reflect the proposed operating language that the Permittee shall
operate this source pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0515(f).
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SECTION 2 - SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1- Emission Source(s) and Control Devices(s) Specific Limitations and
Conditions
The emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances listed below are subject to the following
specific terms, conditions, and limitations, including the testing, monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting requirements as
specified herein:
A. Two natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil-fired Brick Tunnel Kilns (ID Nos. K-1 and K-2,
29.0 tons per hour material output rate, 42.8 million Btu per hour maximum heat input rate
each) and associated dry limestone adsorbers (ID Nos. CD-KI and CD-K2)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
particulate matter E=4.1 OP0 61 15A NCAC 02D .0515
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu 15A NCAC 02D .0516
Less than 250 tons per year; See Section 2.2 (B)—kiln K-1 15A NCAC 02Q.0317
only (Avoidance of 02D .0530)
Less than 250 tons per year; See Section 2.2(C)—kiln K-2 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
only (Avoidance of 02D .0530)
visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 02D .0521
Filterable PM Affected Sources:ID No.K-1 and K-2 15A NCAC 02D .1109
0.17 pounds of filterable PM per ton of brick produced
HCl-equivalent 9.455 pounds per hour from both kilns ID Nos.K-1 and K-2, 15A NCAC 02D.1109
combined
odorous emissions See Section 2.2(A)(1); State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 02D.1806
toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2(A)(2); State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 02D.1100
See Section 2.2(A)(3); State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 02Q.0711
1. 15A NCAC 02D .0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the brick tunnel kilns (ID Nos. K-1 and K-2) shall not exceed an allowable
emission rate as calculated by the following equation: [15A NCAC 02D .0515(a)]
E=4.10 x P°G7 Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emission testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results
of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.1.a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D.0515.
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Monitoring[15ANCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall perform an inspection of the natural gas/No.2 fuel oil/No.6 fuel oil fired
brick tunnel kilns in accordance with the following:
i. every six months, perform a visual inspection of the brick tunnel kiln's emissions ductwork system for leaks,
holes,or disrepair;and
ii. every six months,perform a visual inspection of the tunnel brick kiln's fuel combustion systems.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if inspections of the system ductwork
or fuel combustion systems are not performed.
Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made available
to an authorized representative upon request. The log shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions; and
iii. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 A.I. a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before
January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of
each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from
the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from the brick tunnel kilns (ID Nos. K-1 and K-2) shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per
million Btu heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores,and other substances
shall be included when determining compliance with this standard. [15A NCAC 02D .0516]
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required, the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ found in
Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.2. a. above, the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the combustion of natural gas/No.2 fuel
oil in these sources.
d. No more than 216 of the 310 burners in each of the brick tunnel kilns(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2)shall be fired with No.
6 fuel oil at one time because the preheat section(94 burners)of the kilns are only capable of firing natural gas and
No.2 fuel oil.
e. The maximum sulfur content of any No. 6 fuel oil received and burned in the brick tunnel kilns (ID Nos.K-1 and
K-2) shall not exceed 2.1 percent by weight. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
02D .0516 if the sulfur content of the fuel oil exceeds this limit. [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(bb)]
f. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content and Btu content of the No. 6 fuel oil by using
fuel oil supplier certification per shipment received. The results of the fuel oil supplier certifications shall be
recorded in a log(written or electronic format)on a quarterly basis and include the following information:
i. the name of the fuel oil supplier;
ii. the maximum sulfur content of the fuel oil received during the quarter;
iii. the method used to determine the maximum sulfur content of the fuel oil;and
iv. a certified statement signed by the responsible official that the records of fuel oil supplier certification submitted
represent all of the No.6 fuel oil fired during the period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0516 if the sulfur content of the No.6 fuel
oil is not monitored and recorded.
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3. 15A NCAC 02D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the tunnel brick kilns(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2)shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when
averaged over a six-minute period. However, six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than
once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average
exceed 87 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 02D .0521 (d)]
Testing [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emission testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the results
of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3. a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D.0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,once a month,the Permittee shall observe the emission points of the sources for any visible
emissions above normal.The monthly observation must be made for each month of the calendar year period to
ensure compliance with this requirement. If visible emissions from the sources are observed to be above normal,
the Permittee shall either:
i. take appropriate action to correct the above-normal emissions as soon as practicable and within the
monitoring period and record the action taken as provided in the recordkeeping requirements below,or
ii. demonstrate that the percent opacity from the emission points of the emission source in accordance with 15A
NCAC 02D .2610(Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3. a.above.
If the above-normal emissions are not corrected per(i)above or if the demonstration in(ii)above cannot be made,
the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made available
to an authorized representative upon request. The log shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 A.3. a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit,in writing:
i. a summary report of the observations postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the
preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding
six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit
must be clearly identified.
ii. any non-complying emission sources which exceed the applicable opacity limit(s)of 2.1 A.3. a.,along with the
duration of non-compliance,the determined cause of exceedance and the resulting corrective action taken. This
report shall be submitted to the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality, within ten(10) days of such an
occurrence.
4. 15A NCAC 02D.1109:CAA§ 112(j);Case-by-Case MACT for Brick Manufacturers
a. The initial compliance date for the emissions standards, work practice standards, and associated monitoring,
recordkeeping, and reporting requirements listed below is September 4, 2016. These conditions need not be
included on the annual compliance certification until after the initial compliance date.
Emissions Standards[15A NCAC 02D.1109]
b. Emissions of the following regulated pollutants shall not exceed the emissions limits listed below:
i. Filterable PM:
(A) 0.17 lbs/ton for the large tunnel kilns(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2).
ii. HCl-equivalent: 9.455 lbs/hr from all tunnel kilns(ID Nos. K-1 and K-2). HCl-equivalent is defined by the
following equation:
E=EHCI+EHF*(RfCHCl/RfCHF)
Where:
E = HCI-equivalent emission rate(in lbs/hr)
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EHCi = HCl emission rate(in lbs/hr);
EHF = HF emission rate(in lbs/hr);
RfCHCI = Reference concentration for HCl(20 µg/m3); and
RfC C12 = Reference concentration for HF(14 µg/m3).
iii. Routine Maintenance Periods: The limits above apply at all times except for periods of routine maintenance
during which the Permittee may bypass the DLAs (ID Nos. CD-K1 and CD-K2) and continue operating the
kilns(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2)for up to 4 percent of the annual operating uptime.The Permittee must minimize
HAP emissions during the bypass period and must minimize the time period during which the kiln is operating
and the control device is offline.
The Permittee shall follow the procedures in 15A NCAC 02D. 0535 for any excess emissions that occur during
periods of startup,shutdown,or malfunction.
Testing [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall conduct an initial compliance test for all pollutants listed in Section 2.1 A.4.b.above within 180
days of the initial compliance date,unless the NC DAQ—SSCB approves a previously conducted performance test
as an equivalent compliance demonstration. Testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 02D .2601
and General Condition JJ found in Section 3. Testing shall be completed on one natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6
fuel oil-fired brick kiln.
i. Measure pollutant emission concentrations while operating at the maximum production level,as follows:
(A) Particulate Matter:PM testing is only required at the large tunnel kilns(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2).Use Method
5 in 40 CFR 60,Appendix A.
(B) HF&HCI:HF and HCI testing is required for all the tunnel kilns,unless an alternative test plan is approved
by the NC DAQ—SSCB for demonstrating compliance with the total HCI-equivalent emission limitation
in Section 2.1.A.4.b.ii. Use either of the following methods:
(1) Use Method 26 or 26A in 40 CFR 60,Appendix A. Method 26A may only be used when no acid PM
(e.g.,HF or HCl dissolved in water droplets emitted by sources controlled by a wet scrubber)is present.
(2) Use Method 320 of 40 CFR 63,Appendix A. Follow the analyte spiking procedures of Section 13 of
Method 320 unless you can demonstrate that the complete spiking procedure has been conducted at a
similar source.
ii. Establish the limestone feeder setting at least one week prior to the performance test and maintain the feeder
setting for the one-week period that precedes the performance test and during the performance test. The
Permittee shall use the data from the limestone feeder during the performance test to establish the operating
limit for the limestone feeder setting at the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-KI and CD-K2).
iii. Document the source and grade of limestone used at the DLAs (ID Nos. CD-K1 and CD-K2) during the
performance test using records of limestone purchase.
Performance tests may not be conducted during periods of startup,shutdown,or malfunction. The Permittee shall
be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1109 if the required tests are not conducted,or if the results of
the emissions tests exceed the limits in Section 2.1 A.4.b.above.
Monitorine/Recordkeepin2 [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall maintain an adequate amount of limestone in the limestone hopper, storage bin(located at the
top of the DLA),and DLAs(ID No.CD-K1 and CD-K2)at all times.
i. Once per day,the Permittee shall verify that the limestone hopper and storage bin at the DLAs(ID Nos.
CD-K1 and CD-K2)contain adequate limestone and record the results.
ii. The record of the daily check shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1109 if these monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements are not met or if the Permittee does not maintain an adequate amount of limestone
as provided above.
e. The Permittee shall use the same grade of limestone at the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-K1 and CD-K2)from the same
source as was used during the performance test.The Permittee shall maintain records of the source and grade of
limestone used.The records shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request.The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D.1109 if these records are not maintained.
f. The Permittee shall maintain the limestone feeder settings at the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-K1 and CD-K2)at or
above the level established during the performance test.
i. Once per day,the Permittee shall check and record the limestone feeder setting to verify that it is being
maintained at or above the level established during the performance test.
ii. The record of the daily check shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and
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made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1109 if these monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements are not met or if the Permittee does not maintain the limestone feeder setting as
provided above.
g. The Permittee shall maintain no visible emissions from the DLA stacks(ID Nos.CD-K1 and CD-K2).The
Permittee perform visible emissions observations as follows:
i. Conduct a daily Method 22 test(40 CFR 60,Appendix A). The duration of each Method 22 test must be at
least 15 minutes.If VE are observed during any daily VE test,promptly initiate and complete corrective
actions according to the site-specific OM&M plan.
ii. If no VE are observed in 30 consecutive daily Method 22 tests for any kiln stack,the Permittee may
decrease the frequency of Method 22 testing from daily to weekly.If VE are observed during any weekly
test,the Permittee shall promptly initiate and complete corrective actions,resume Method 22 testing of that
kiln stack on a daily basis,and maintain that schedule until no VE are observed in 30 consecutive daily
tests,at which time the Permittee may again decrease the frequency of Method 22 testing to a weekly basis.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1109 if the required visible emissions
observations are not performed or if visible emissions are detected.
h. Once per calendar month,the Permittee shall ensure that the limestone feed system on the DLA(ID No.CD-K1
and CD-K2)replaces limestone at least as frequently as the schedule set during the performance test.The
Permittee shall create and maintain a record of the monthly check in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-
site and shall make the records available to an authorized representative upon request.The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1109 if this requirement is not met.
i. The Permittee shall monitor the bypass damper position for the DLA(ID No.CD-K1 and CD-K2)at the large
tunnel kilns(ID No.K-1 and K-2).
i. the Permittee shall monitor and record the bypass damper position at least every 15 minutes for the DLAs
(ID Nos.CD-K1 and CD-K2).
ii. The record of the monitoring shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and
made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1109 if these monitoring and
recordkeeping requirements are not met.
j. The Permittee shall maintain records of the production rates on a fired-product basis for each affected tunnel kilns
(ID Nos. K-1 and K-2). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1109 if these
records are not maintained.
k. The results of the visible emissions observations at the large tunnel kilns(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2)shall be maintained
in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The logbook shall record the following:
i. The date and time of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. The results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1109 if records of the monitoring results
are not maintained.
1. The Permittee shall maintain a record of each period when the large tunnel kilns(ID No.K-1 and K-2)are operated
while bypassing the DLAs (ID Nos. CD-K1 and CD-K2) in order to perform routine maintenance. The records
shall be maintained in a logbook (written or electronic format) on-site and made available to an authorized
representative upon request,and shall include:
i. The start date and start time of the routine maintenance;
ii. The stop date and stop time of the routine maintenance;
iii. A description of the maintenance activities;and,
iv. The total time the kilns have operated in by-pass,and the total percentage of the operating time the kiln has
operated in bypass for the previous 12-month period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1109 if these records are not maintained or if
the percentage of time the kilns operate in bypass exceeds 4%of the annual operating time.
in. The Permittee shall maintain a daily report for the bypass damper showing the amount of openand/or closed
time for the previous 24 hours.The records shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-
site and made available to an authorized representative upon request.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1109 if records of the monitoring results are
not maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
n. The Permittee must submit a Notification of Compliance Status within 60 days following the completion of the final
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required performance test. The Notification of Compliance Status must include the following information:
i. A summary of the results of all performance tests conducted to demonstrate initial compliance as required in
Section 2.1 AA.c. of this permit;
ii. The limestone feeder setting values established for the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-Kl and CD-K2)during the
performance test;
iii. The source and grade of limestone used at the DLAs(ID Nos.CD-Kl and CD-K2)duringthe
performance test;and,
vi. A description of any routine maintenance that the Pennittee will perform on the DLA(s)(ID No(s).CD-Kl and
CD-K2),during which the Permittee will continue operating the large tunnel kiln(s)(ID No(s).K-1 and K-2)
while bypassing the control device.
o. The Permittee shall submit a semi-annual summary report, acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor, of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding
six-month period between July and December,and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period
between January and June. The report shall contain the following:
i. Company name,facility ID number,and address;
ii. Statement by the Responsible Official with that official's name, title, and signature certifying that, based on
information and belief formed after reasonable inquiry, the statements and information in the report are true,
accurate,and complete;
iii. A description of routine maintenance performed while the DLA(s)(ID No(s).CD-Kl and CD-K2)was
offline and the large tunnel kiln(s)(ID No.K-1 and K-2)was operating,including the following:
(A) The date and time when the DLA was shutdown and restarted.
(B) Identification of the number of hours that the kiln operated while the DLA was offline.
(C) The total amount of time(in hours and%of total operating time)that the associated kiln operated during
the current semiannual compliance period and during the previous semiannual compliance period.
iv. For each deviation from a limitation (emission limit, operating limit, or work practice standard), include the
following information:
(A) The total operating time of each affected source during the reporting period.
(B) Information on the number,duration,and cause of deviations(including unknown cause,if applicable),as
applicable,and the corrective action taken.
v. The Permittee shall submit a summary of the daily reports for the bypass damper position for the
DLA(s)(ID No(s).CD-Kl and CD-K2).
If there were no deviations from any of the applicable limitations, a statement that there were no deviations during
the reporting period.
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B. One natural gas-fired Rotary Coatings Dryer (ID No. SD-1, 8.1 tons of clay per hour material
input rate, 0.3 million Btu per hour heat input rate)
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission source(s)described above.
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 02D.0516
particulate matter and Potential emissions of particulate matter from the rotary 15A NCAC 02D.0524
visible emissions coatings dryer shall not exceed 0.057 g/dscm(0.025 gr/dscf), (40 CFR 60 Subpart UUU)
NSPS-UUU and visible emissions shall not exceed 10%opacity.
Odors Odorous emissions must be controlled-Section 2.2(A)(1); 15A NCAC 02D.1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
Regulatory Requirement
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from the rotary coatings dryer shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels, wastes, ores, and other substances shall be included
when determining compliance with this standard. [15A NCAC 02D .0516(a)]
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emission testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(4)and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1 B. l.a.
above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(o]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping,or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas in
the rotary coatings dryer.
2. 15A NCAC 02D .0524: NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS (40 CFR 60 SUBPART UUU -
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR CALCINERS AND DRYERS IN MINERAL INDUSTRIES)
Regulatory Requirement
a. As required by 40 CFR 60.732,on and after the date on which the performance test required to be conducted by 40
CFR 60.8 is completed,but not later than 180 days after the initial startup,whichever date comes first,no emissions
shall be discharged into the atmosphere from any affected facility that:
i. contain particulate matter in excess of 0.057 g/dscm(0.025 gr/dscf)for dryers;and
ii. exhibit greater than 10 percent opacity.
b. As required by 40 CFR 60.11(c), the opacity standards set forth in this part shall apply at all times except during
periods of startup,shutdown,malfunction,and as otherwise provided in the applicable standard
c. As required by 40 CFR 60.11(d),at all times,including periods of startup,shutdown,and malfunction,owners and
operators shall,to the extent practicable,maintain and operate any affected facility including associated air pollution
control equipment in a manner consistent with good air pollution control practice for minimizing emissions.
Determination of whether acceptable operating and maintenance procedures are being used will be based on
available information which may include,but is not limited to,monitoring results, opacity observations, review of
operating and maintenance procedures,and inspection of the source.
d. Additionally, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting, record
keeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC
02D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.730, Subpart UUU,
including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. Initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be in accordance with the requirements
of 15A NCAC 02D .0524 (40 CFR 60.730, Subpart UUU)and(c)(18) and General Condition JJ, has been or will
be performed when determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.732. If test results
exceed the applicable limit(s)as given in Section 2.1 B.2.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D .0524.
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Monitorina/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. In conducting the performance tests required in by 40 CFR 60.8,the Permittee shall use as reference methods and
procedures, the test methods in 40 CFR Part 60, Appendix A or other methods and procedures as specified in this
section,except as provided in 40 CFR 60.8(b).
g. In determining compliance with the particulate matter standards in 40 CFR 60.732,see Section 2.1 B. 2.a.above,
the Permittee shall determine compliance as follows:
i. 40 CFR Part 60, Appendix A, Method 5 shall be used to determine the particulate matter concentration. The
sampling time and volume for each test run shall be at least 2 hours and 1.70 dscm.
ii. 40 CFR Part 60,Appendix A,Method 9 and the procedures in 40 CFR 60.11 shall be used to determine opacity
from stack emissions.
h. Compliance with opacity standards in this part shall be determined by conducting observations in accordance with
Method 9.For purposes of determining initial compliance,the minimum total time of observations shall be 3 hours
(thirty 6-minute averages)for the performance test or other set of observations(meaning those fugitive-type emission
sources subject only to an opacity standard).
i. To ensure compliance with 40 CFR 60.730(b) (see section 2.1 B.2. a.ii. above) the Permittee shall observe, on a
daily basis, emissions from the rotary coatings dryer for any visible emissions. Should visible emissions be
observed,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524,UNLESS,an approved
Method 9 opacity determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.730(Subpart UUU), see Section 2.1 B.2.
h.above,is performed and visible emissions are demonstrated to comply with the applicable limit given in 40 CFR
60.732(b) [10%opacity]. If compliance cannot be demonstrated,then each affected facility for which compliance
cannot be demonstrated shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 and 40 CFR 60.730.
j. The results of performance evaluations,discussed above in Section 2.1 B.2 J. shall be maintained in a log(written
or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative of DAQ upon request. The log shall
record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each observation and/or test noting those sources with emissions that were observed to be in
noncompliance along with any corrective actions taken to reduce visible emissions;and
iii. the results of any corrective actions performed.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 if these records are not maintained.
k. To ensure compliance with the requirements of 40 CFR 60.732(a) (see Section 2.1 B.2. ad. above), the Permittee
shall perform periodic inspections and maintenance as needed and as recommended by the manufacturer for each
affected facility in the coatings drying operations. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance
recommendations, or if there is no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations, as a minimum,
the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a semi-annual internal inspection of the units that comprise the rotary coatings dryer for deterioration,damage,
and leaks
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 if the affected facilities and duct work
of the rotary coatings dryer are not visually inspected.
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1. The results of inspection and maintenance shall be maintained in a log (written or electronic format) on-site and
made available to an authorized representative of DAQ upon request. The Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0524 if the rotary coatings dryer is not inspected and maintained. The log
shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;and
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the rotary coatings dryer;and
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations, if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0524 if these records are not maintained.
in. The Permittee shall retain records of all information resulting from monitoring activities and information indicating
operating parameters as specified in this condition for a minimum of five(5)years from the date of recording.
Reporting [15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
n. As required in 40CFR 60.11(e)(2), the Permittee shall submit written summary reports of inspection and
maintenance activities and the results of all performance tests conducted to demonstrate compliance with the
standards set forth in 40 CFR 60.8 and 40 CFR 60.732, see Section 2.1 B.2.a. above, postmarked on or before
January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of
each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from
the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
o. As required in 40 CFR 60.11(e)(1),the Permittee shall make available,upon request by DAQ,such records as may
be necessary to determine the conditions under which the visual observations were made and shall provide evidence
indicating proof of current visible emission observer certification.
p. In addition to any other notification requirements to the Environmental Protection Agency(EPA),the Permittee is
required to NOTIFY the Regional Supervisor,DAQ,in WRITING,of the following:
i. the date construction (40 CFR 60.7) or reconstruction (40 CFR 60.15) of an affected facility is commenced,
postmarked no later than 30 days after such date;
ii. the anticipated date of initial start-up of an affected facility,postmarked not more than 60 days nor less than 30
days prior to such date;and
iii. the actual date of initial start-up of an affected facility,postmarked within 15 days after such date.
C. One NSPS Subpart 000-affected primary crushing plant consisting of:
Two scalp screens(ID Nos.PC-3 and PC-4);
Two jaw crushers(ID Nos.PC-5 and PC-6);
One conveyor under PC-3 and PC-5(ID No.PC-7);
One conveyor under PC-4 and PC-6(ID No.PC-8);
One cross-over conveyor(ID No.PC-9); and
One shuttle conveyor(ID No.PC-10)
The following table provides a suininary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
visible emissions 10 percent opacity at each affected facility,except for the jaw 15A NCAC 02D.0524
NSPS-000 crushers that are subject to the 15 percent opacity standard. (40 CFR 60 Subpart 000)
odors See Section 2.2(A)(1)-odorous emissions must be controlled; 15A NCAC 02D.1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 02D .0524: NSPS 40 CFR PART 60,SUBPART 000- STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR
NONMETALLIC MINERAL PROCESSING PLANTS.
Emission Standard(s) [15A NCAC 02D.0524].
a. For NSPS affected facilities subject to the 10 percent and 15 percent opacity limits, the Permittee shall meet the
requirements of this Subpart by demonstrating compliance with 40 CFR 60.672(b) from each individual affected
facility. Additionally, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting,
record keeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A
NCAC 02D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.670, Subpart
000,including Subpart A"General Provisions."
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Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. Initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be in accordance with the requirements
of 15A NCAC 02D .0524(40 CFR 60.670, Subpart 000)and General Condition JJ,has been or will be performed
when determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.672(a),(b)and(c). If test results
exceed the applicable limit(s)as given in Section 2.1 C.1.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D.0524.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. Monitoring to ensure compliance with the applicable emissions standard(s)of 2.1 C.1. a. shall be performed by the
Permittee as follows:
i. observation of an individual affected facility:
(A) observe each individual affected facility each month for any visible emissions which exceed"normal". In
the event normal must be reestablished,the Permittee shall establish"normal"emissions by observing each
week for 30 days the emissions from each enclosed affected facility or the building openings. Should
monthly observed emissions of an affected facility exceed the established normal visible emissions for that
affected facility, the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0524,
UNLESS,
(B) an approved Method 9 opacity determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670(Subpart 000,
15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8) and (18) is performed for each affected facility and visible emissions are
demonstrated to comply with the applicable limit(s) given in 60.672(b) and (c). If compliance for the
affected facility cannot be demonstrated,the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 02D .0524.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. Results of monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic form). The following shall be recorded in
the log:
i. the results of the Permittee's observations to establish normal;
ii. the results of the Permittee's monthly opacity emissions observations for each affected facility;and
iii. the observations to establish normal should be recorded for each affected facility;
iv. the date and time of each observation,and
v. if any emissions were observed which exceeded"normal",the time and any resulting action(s)taken to reduce
emissions exceeding an applicable limit,and
vi. the date, time, and type of all corrective actions performed to prevent such an exceedance from re-occurring
and a copy of any Method 9 opacity testing performed for the purpose of demonstrating compliance with the
applicable emissions limit(s).
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 C.1. a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a written summary report of the all monitoring and record keeping activities as follows:
i. a report of any changes in existing facilities as specified in 40 CFR 60.676 -Reporting and record keeping,
including equipment being replaced and the replacement equipment of affected facilities. This report shall be
submitted to the Administrator as required.
ii. a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year
for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements
of this permit must be clearly identified.
iii. a report of any non-complying emissions for all emissions which exceed the applicable opacity limit(s)of 40
CFR 60.672(a),(b)and(c)as established using Method 9 compliance demonstrations conducted on an affected
facility,along with the determined cause of exceedance and the resulting corrective action taken.
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D. One NSPS Subpart 000-affected clay grinding plant consisting of:
One conveyor belt to scalping screen(ID No.CG-2);
One scalping screen(ID No.CG-3);
One return conveyor belt for oversize from screens(ID No.CG-4);
One conveyor belt to hammer mill(ID No. CG-5);
One hammer mill(ID No.CG-6);
One conveyor belt under hammer mill(ID No.CG-7);
One conveyor belt to finish screens(ID No. CG-8);
Four finish screens(ID Nos.CG-10,CG-11,CG-12,and CG-13);
One fines conveyor belt under screens(ID No.CG-14);
One conveyor belt to storage bins(ID No.CG-15);
One conveyor belt over storage bins(ID No.CG-16);
Five storage bins(ID Nos.CG-17,CG-18,CG-19,CG-20,and CG-21);
Five feeders under storage bins(ID Nos.CG-22,CG-23,CG-24,CG-25,and CG-26);
One conveyor in front of storage bins(ID No.CG-27); and
One conveyor to pug mill(ID No.CG-28);
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
visible emissions 7 percent opacity for stack emission sources, 15 percent opacity for 15A NCAC 02D.0524
crushers,or 10 percent opacity at each belt conveyor and other (40 CFR 60 Subpart 000)
NSPS-000 affected facilities,OR 7 percent opacity from the building openings
enclosing the affected facilities
odors See Section 2.2 (A)(1)-odorous emissions must be controlled;State- 15A NCAC 02D.1806
enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 02D .0524: NSPS 40 CFR PART 60, SUBPART 000 -STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR
NONMETALLIC MINERAL PROCESSING PLANTS.
Emission Standard(s) [15A NCAC 02D.0524]
a. For the NSPS affected facilities within the building subject to a 10 or 15 percent opacity limit, the Permittee shall
meet the requirements of this Subpart by demonstrating compliance with 40 CFR 60.672(c) from each individual
affected facility OR by complying with the 40 CFR 60.672(e)limit of 7 percent opacity from the building openings.
Additionally, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting, record
keeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC
02D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.670, Subpart 000,
including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. Initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be in accordance with the requirements
of 15A NCAC 02D .0524 (40 CFR 60.670, Subpart 000), 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8) and (18) (requirements
shall include indoor and contrasting background) and General Condition JJ, has been or will be performed when
determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.672(a), (b) and (c) OR Method 22
testing,in accordance with the requirements of 15A NCAC 02D.0524(40 CFR 60.670(Subpart 000), 15A NCAC
02D .0501(c)(8) and(18) and General Condition JJ,has been or will be performed when determining compliance
with the 7 percent opacity standard of 40 CFR 60.672(e)for building openings. If test results exceed the applicable
limit(s)as given in Section 2.1 D.1.a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0524.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. Monitoring to ensure compliance with the applicable emissions standard(s)of 2.1 D.1.a. shall be performed by the
Permittee as follows:
i. observation of a building enclosure containing affected facilities:
A. observe the building containing the clay grinding plant each month for fugitive visible emissions exceeding
7 percent opacity.Should any visible emissions above 7 percent be observed,each affected facility enclosed
in the building shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0524 UNLESS a compliance
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demonstration for each affected facility enclosed in the building is performed in accordance with the
following;
B. an approved Method 9 opacity determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670(Subpart 000,
15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)(8)and(18)is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions
are demonstrated to comply with the applicable limit(s)given in 60.672(b)and(c). If compliance for the
affected facility cannot be demonstrated,then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D.0524,OR
ii. observation of an individual affected facility enclosed in the building:
(A) After the initial performance test required under 40 CFR 60.670,the Permittee shall observe each individual
affected facility enclosed in the building each month for any visible emissions which exceed"normal". In
the event normal must be reestablished,the Permittee shall establish"normal"emissions by observing each
week for 30 days the emissions from each enclosed affected facility or the building openings. Should
monthly observed emissions of an enclosed affected facility exceed the established normal visible
emissions for that affected facility,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
02D.0524,UNLESS,
(B) an approved Method 9 (or Method 22 if observing an affected facilities building enclosure) opacity
determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670 (Subpart 000, 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8)
and(18)is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions are demonstrated to comply
with the applicable limit(s) given in 60.672(b) and (c). If compliance for the affected facility cannot be
demonstrated, then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0524.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. Results of monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic form). The following shall be recorded in
the log:
i. the results of the Permittee's observation to establish normal;
ii. the results of the Permittee's monthly building fugitive emissions observation or the monthly opacity emissions
observations for each affected facility;
iii. if option 2.1 D.1.c.ii.A. is followed, the observation to establish normal should be recorded for each affected
facility within the building.
iv. whether the observed emissions source was the building or each affected facility within the building, the date
and time of each observation,and
v. if any emissions were observed from the building or whether any emissions observed exceeded"normal",the
time and any resulting action(s)taken to reduce emissions exceeding an applicable limit,and
vi. the date, time, and type of all corrective actions performed to prevent such an exceedance from re-occurring
and a copy of any Method 9 or Method 22 opacity testing performed for the purpose of demonstrating
compliance with the applicable emissions limit(s).
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 D.I. a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a written summary report of the all monitoring and record keeping activities as follows:
i. a report of any changes in existing facilities as specified in 40 CFR 60.676 - Reporting and record keeping,
including equipment being replaced and the replacement equipment of affected facilities. This report shall be
submitted to the Administrator as required.
ii. a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year
for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements
of this permit must be clearly identified.
iii. a report of any noncomplying emissions for all emissions which exceed the"7 percent opacity visible emission"
limit of 40 CFR 60.672(e) or the applicable opacity limit(s) of 40 CFR 60.672(a), (b) and (c) as established
using Method 9 or 22 compliance demonstrations conducted on an affected facility or building,along with the
determined cause of exceedance and the resulting corrective action taken.
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E. One loam/sawdust preparation area consisting of:
One conveyor from loam/sawdust feeder to finish screens(ID No.LS-2);
One loam screen(ID No.LS-3);
One loam crusher(ID No.LS-4);
One oversize return conveyor from LS-3(ID No.LS-5);
One oversize return chute(ID No.LS-6);
One fines conveyor belt under LS-3 to bunker belt conveyor(ID No.LS-7);
One belt conveyor to bunker(ID No.LS-8);
One storage bunker(ID No.LS-9);
One sawdust screen(ID No.LS-10);
One conveyor to storage bins(ID No.LS-11); and
One oversize conveyor from sawdust screen(ID No.LS-12);
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission source(s)described above.
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
visible emissions 7 percent opacity for stack emission sources, 15 percent 15A NCAC 02D .0524
opacity for crushers,or 10 percent opacity at each belt (40 CFR 60 Subpart 000)
NSPS-000 conveyor and other affected facilities,OR 7 percent opacity
from the building openings enclosing the affected facilities
toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2(A)(2);State enforceable only 15A NCAC 02D.1100
See Section 2.2(A)(3);State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 02Q.0711
odors See Section 2.2(A)(1)-odorous emissions must be controlled; 15A NCAC 02D.1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 02D .0524: NSPS 40 CFR PART 60, SUBPART 000- STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR
NONMETALLIC MINERAL PROCESSING PLANTS.
Emission Standard(s) [15A NCAC 02D .0524].
a. For the NSPS affected facilities within the building subject to a 10 or 15 percent opacity limit, the Permittee shall
meet the requirements of this Subpart by demonstrating compliance with 40 CFR 60.672(c) from each individual
affected facility OR by complying with the 40 CFR 60.672(e)limit of 7 percent opacity from the building openings.
Additionally, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting, record
keeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC
02D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.670, Subpart 000,
including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Testing [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
b. Initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be in accordance with the requirements
of 15A NCAC 02D .0524 (40 CFR 60.670, Subpart 000), 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8) and (18) (requirements
shall include indoor and contrasting background) and General Condition JJ, has been or will be performed when
determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.672(a),(b)and(c)or Method 22 testing,
in accordance with the requirements of 15A NCAC 02D .0524 (40 CFR 60.670 (Subpart 000), 15A NCAC 02D
.0501(c)(8) and(18) and General Condition JJ,has been or will be performed when determining compliance with
the 7 percent opacity standard of 40 CFR 60.672(e) for building openings. If test results exceed the applicable
limit(s) as given in Section 2.1 E.1. a. above, the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
02D .0524.
Monitoring(15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. Monitoring to ensure compliance with the applicable emissions standard(s)of 2.1 E.1.a. shall be performed by the
Permittee as follows:
i. observation of a building enclosure containing affected facilities:
(A) observe the building containing the clay grinding plant each month for fugitive visible emissions. Should
the observed visible emissions exceed 7 percent opacity,each affected facility enclosed in the building shall
be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0524 UNLESS a compliance demonstration for
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each affected facility enclosed in the building is performed in accordance with the following;
(B) an approved Method 9 opacity determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670(Subpart 000,
15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)(8)and(18)is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions
are demonstrated to comply with the applicable limit(s)given in 60.672(b) and(c). If compliance for the
affected facility cannot be demonstrated,then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D .0524,OR
ii. observation of an individual affected facility enclosed in the building:
(A) After the initial performance test required under 40 CFR 60.670,the Permittee shall observe each individual
affected facility enclosed in the building each month for any visible emissions which exceed"normal". In
the event normal must be reestablished,the Permittee shall establish"normal"emissions by observing each
week for 30 days the emissions from each enclosed affected facility or the building openings. Should
monthly observed emissions of an enclosed affected facility exceed the established normal visible
emissions for that affected facility,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
02D.0524,UNLESS,
(B) an approved Method 9 (or Method 22 if observing an affected facilities building enclosure) opacity
determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670 (Subpart 000, 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8)
and(18)is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions are demonstrated to comply
with the applicable limit(s) given in 60.672(b) and (c). If compliance for the affected facility cannot be
demonstrated, then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0524.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
d. Results of monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic form). The following shall be recorded in
the log:
i. the results of the Permittee's observation to establish normal;
ii. the results of the Permittee's monthly building fugitive emissions observation or the monthly opacity emissions
observations for each affected facility;
iii. if option 2.1 E.1.c.ii.A. is followed, the observation to establish normal should be recorded for each affected
facility within the building.
iv. whether the observed emissions source was the building or each affected facility within the building,the date
and time of each observation,and
v. if emissions were observed exceeding 7 percent opacity from the building or whether any emissions observed
exceeded"normal",the time and any resulting action(s)taken to reduce emissions exceeding an applicable limit,
and
vi. the date, time, and type of all corrective actions performed to prevent such an exceedance from re-occurring
and a copy of any Method 9 or Method 22 opacity testing performed for the purpose of demonstrating
compliance with the applicable emissions limit(s).
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 E.1. a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a written summary report of the all monitoring and record keeping activities as follows:
i. a report of any changes in existing facilities as specified in 40 CFR 60.676 - Reporting and record keeping,
including equipment being replaced and the replacement equipment of affected facilities. This report shall be
submitted to the Administrator as required.
ii. a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year
for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements
of this permit must be clearly identified.
iii. a report of any noncomplying emissions for all emissions which exceed the 7 percent opacity limit of 40 CFR
60.672(e)or the applicable opacity limit(s)of 40 CFR 60.672(a),(b)and(c)as established using Method 9 or
22 compliance demonstrations conducted on an affected facility or building, along with the determined cause
of exceedance and the resulting corrective action taken.
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F. Four above ground storage tanks including:
One 24,000 gallon above ground No.6 fuel oil storage tank(ID No.T-1);
Two 24,000 gallon above ground No.2 fuel oil storage tanks(ID Nos.T-2 and T-3);
One 24,000 gallon above ground highway diesel fuel oil storage tank(ID No.T-4); and
One 24,000 gallon above ground Additive"A"storage tank(ID No.T-5)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
N/A recordkeeping-dimension and capacity of storage vessel 15A NCAC 02D.0524
(40 CFR 60 Subpart Kb)
NSPS-Kb
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0524: NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS(40 CFR PART 60 SUBPART Kb)
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
a. The Permittee shall comply with the recordkeeping requirements of this standard by maintaining readily accessible
records showing the dimension of the storage vessel and an analysis showing the capacity of the storage vessel. All
records shall be kept for the life of the source. These sources are exempt from the General Provisions(40 CFR Part
60, Subpart A)and from any other provisions of Subpart Kb.
G. One NSPS Subpart 000-affected secondary clay grinding plant consisting of:
One conveyor belt to scalping screen(ID No.CG-30);
One scalping screen(ID No.CG-31);
One return conveyor belt for oversize from screens(ID No.CG-32);
One conveyor belt to hammer mill(ID No.CG-33);
One hammer mill(ID No.CG-34);
One conveyor belt under hammer mill(ID No.CG-35);
One conveyor belt to finish screens(ID No.CG-36);
Four finish screens(ID Nos.CG-37*,CG-38*,CG-39*and CG-40);
One fines conveyor belt under screens(ID No.CG-41);
One conveyor belt to storage bins(ID No.CG-42);
One conveyor belt over storage bins(ID No.CG-43);
Five storage bins(ID Nos.CG-44,CG-45,CG-46,CG-47 and CG-48)
Five feeders under storage bins(ID Nos.CG-49,CG-50,CG-51,CG-52 and CG-53);
One conveyor in front of storage bins(ID No.CG-54); and
One conveyor to pug mill(ID No.CG-55);
The following provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
visible 7 percent opacity for stack emission sources, 15 percent opacity for 15A NCAC 02D .0524
emissions crushers,or 10 percent opacity at each belt conveyor and other (40 CFR 60 Subpart 000)
affected facilities,OR 7 percent opacity from the building openings
NSPS-000 enclosing the affected facilities
odors See Section 2.2 (A)(1)-odorous emissions must be controlled;State- 15A NCAC 02D .1806
enforceable only
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1. 15A NCAC 02D .0524: NSPS 40 CFR PART 60, SUBPART 000- STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE FOR
NONMETALLIC MINERAL PROCESSING PLANTS.
Emission Standard(s) [15A NCAC 02D.0524]
a. For the NSPS affected facilities within the building subject to a 10 or 15 percent opacity limit, the Permittee shall
meet the requirements of this Subpart by demonstrating compliance with 40 CFR 60.672(c) from each individual
affected facility OR by complying with the 40 CFR 60.672(e)limit of 7 percent opacity from the building openings.
Additionally, the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, notification, testing, reporting, record
keeping,and monitoring requirements contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC
02D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60.670, Subpart 000,
including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Testing [15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)(3)]
b. Initial compliance or when subsequent additional testing is required, shall be in accordance with the requirements
of 15A NCAC 02D .0524 (40 CFR 60.670, Subpart 000), 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8) and (18) (requirements
shall include indoor and contrasting background) and General Condition JJ, has been or will be performed when
determining compliance of each individual affected facility with 40 CFR 60.672(a), (b) and (c) OR Method 22
testing,in accordance with the requirements of 15A NCAC 02D.0524(40 CFR 60.670(Subpart 000), 15A NCAC
02D .0501(c)(8) and (18) and General Condition JJ, has been or will be performed when determining compliance
with the 7 percent opacity standard of 40 CFR 60.672(e) from the building openings. If test results exceed the
applicable limit(s)as given in Section 2.1 G.1. a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 02D .0524.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. Monitoring to ensure compliance with the applicable emissions standard(s)of 2.1 G.1.a.shall be performed by the
Permittee as follows:
i. observation of a building enclosure containing affected facilities:
(A) observe the building containing the clay grinding plant each month for fugitive visible emissions exceeding
the 7 percent opacity limit. Should the observed visible emissions exceed 7 percent opacity,each affected
facility enclosed in the building shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0524—
UNLESS a compliance demonstration for each affected facility enclosed in the building is performed in
accordance with the following;
(B) an approved Method 9 opacity determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670(Subpart 000,
15A NCAC 02D.050I(c)(8)and(18)is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions
are demonstrated to comply with the applicable limit(s)given in 60.672(b)and(c). If compliance for the
affected facility cannot be demonstrated,then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D .0524,OR
ii. observation of an individual affected facility enclosed in the building:
(A) After the initial performance test required under 40 CFR 60.670,the Permittee shall observe each individual
affected facility enclosed in the building each month for visible emissions which exceed"normal". In the
event normal must be reestablished, the Permittee shall establish "normal" emissions by observing each
week for 30 days the emissions from each enclosed affected facility or the building openings. Should
monthly observed emissions of an enclosed affected facility exceed the established normal visible
emissions for that affected facility,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
02D .0524,UNLESS,
(B) an approved Method 9 (or Method 22 if observing an affected facilities building enclosure) opacity
determination meeting the requirements of 40 CFR 60.670 (Subpart 000, 15A NCAC 02D .0501(c)(8)
and(18)is performed for each enclosed affected facility and visible emissions are demonstrated to comply
with the applicable limit(s) given in 60.672(b) and(c). If compliance for the affected facility cannot be
demonstrated, then the affected facility shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0524.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
d. Results of monitoring shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic form). The following shall be recorded in
the log:
i. the results of the Permittee's observation to establish normal;
ii. the results of the Permittee's monthly building fugitive emissions observation or the monthly opacity emissions
observations for each affected facility;
iii. if option 2.1 G.1.c.ii.A. is followed, the observation to establish normal should be recorded for each affected
facility within the building.
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iv. whether the observed emissions source was the building or each affected facility within the building, the date
and time of each observation,and
v. if any emissions were observed from the building or whether any emissions observed exceeded"normal", the
time and any resulting action(s)taken to reduce emissions exceeding an applicable limit,and
vi. the date, time, and type of all corrective actions performed to prevent such an exceedance from re-occurring
and a copy of any Method 9 or Method 22 opacity testing performed for the purpose of demonstrating
compliance with the applicable emissions limit(s).
The Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 2.1 G.I. a. if records of the monitoring results are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a written summary report of the all monitoring and record keeping activities as follows:
i. a report of any changes in existing facilities as specified in 40 CFR 60.676 - Reporting and record keeping,
including equipment being replaced and the replacement equipment of affected facilities. This report shall be
submitted to the Administrator as required.
ii. a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each
calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of each calendar year
for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from the requirements
of this permit must be clearly identified.
iii. a report of any noncomplying emissions for all emissions which exceed the"7 percent opacity visible emission"
limit of 40 CFR 60.672(e) or the applicable opacity limit(s) of 40 CFR 60.672(a), (b) and (c) as established
using Method 9 or 22 compliance demonstrations conducted on an affected facility or building,along with the
determined cause of exceedance and the resulting corrective action taken.
f. NSPS Reporting Requirements-In addition to any other notification requirements to the Environmental Protection
Agency(EPA),the Permittee is required to NOTIFY the Regional Supervisor,DAQ,in WRITING,of the following:
i. The date construction (40 CFR 60.7) or reconstruction (40 CFR 60.15) of an affected facility is commenced,
postmarked no later than 30 days after such date;and
ii. The actual date of initial start-up of an affected facility,postmarked within 15 days after such date.
(A) for a combination of affected facilities in a production line that begin actual initial start-up on the same day,
a single notification of startup may be submitted by the Permittee to the Regional Supervisor. The
notification shall be postmarked within 15 days after such date and shall include a description of each
affected facility,equipment manufacturer,an d serial number of the equipment,if available.
2.2- Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. Facility-wide affected sources
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
odors Odorous emissions must be controlled; State-enforceable 15A NCAC 02D.1806
only
toxic air pollutants Toxic air pollutant emissions shall not exceed the levels listed 15A NCAC 02Q.0711
in 02Q .0711 unless ambient standards are not exceeded;
State-enforceable only
Toxic air pollutant emissions shall not exceed their modeled 15A NCAC 02D.1100
acceptable ambient levels; State-enforceable only
STATE-ENFORCEABLE ONLY
1. 15A NCAC 02D.1806: CONTROL AND PROHIBITION OF ODOROUS EMISSIONS
a. The Permittee shall not operate the facility without implementing management practices or installing and operating
odor control equipment sufficient to prevent odorous emissions from the facility from causing or contributing to
objectionable odors beyond the facility's boundary.
b. If the Director determines that a source or facility is emitting an objectionable odor, by the procedures described
below,the Permittee shall:
i. within 180 days of receipt of written notification from the Director of the requirement to implement maximum
feasible controls, complete the determination process outlined in 15A NCAC 02D .1807 and submit to the
Director a completed maximum feasible control determination process, a permit application for maximum
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feasible controls and a compliance schedule;
ii. within 18 months of receipt of written notification from the Director of the requirement to implement maximum
feasible controls,have installed and begun operating maximum feasible controls.
STATE-ENFORCEABLE ONLY
2. TOXIC AIR POLLUTANT EMISSIONS LIMITATION AND REQUIREMENT - Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02D
.1100 and in accordance with the approved application for an air toxic compliance demonstration,the following permit
limits shall not be exceeded:
EMISSION SOURCE(S) TOXIC AIR POLLUTANT(S) EMISSION LIMIT(S)
Two Brick Tunnel Kilns Arsenic and inorganic arsenic 14.8 pounds per year(annual)
(ID Nos.K-1 and K-2) compounds
Benzene 1470 pounds per year(annual)
Benzo(a)pyrene(POM) 17.5 pounds per year(annual)
Beryllium 2.09 pounds per year(annual)
bioavailable chromate pigments,as 2.25 pounds per year(annual)
Chromium VI equivalent
Cadmium 11.2 pounds per year(annual)
Chlorine 1.81 pounds per day(24-hour)
Hydrogen Chloride 9.16 pounds per hour
Hydrogen Fluoride 144 pounds per day(24-hour)
6.0 pounds per hour
Mercury aryl and inorganic 0.020 pounds per day(24-hour)
compounds
Nickel metal 0.475 pounds per day(24-hour)
a. To ensure compliance with the above limits,the following restrictions shall apply:
i. The brick tunnel kiln(ID No.K-1)shall be limited to 58,000 pounds of clay brick and additives per hour.
The limits for hydrogen chloride (HCl) and hydrogen fluoride (HF) were based on the on-site emission test
results of 0.26 pounds HCl per ton of clay bricks and additives and 0.15 pounds of HF per ton of clay bricks
and additives for brick tunnel kiln(ID No.K-1).
ii. The brick tunnel kiln(ID No.K-2)shall be limited to 58,000 pounds of clay brick and additives per hour.
The limits for HCl and HF were based on the emission standards for HCl(0.056 pounds of HCl per ton of fired
product)and HF(0.057 pounds of HF per ton of fired product).
b. For compliance purposes,within thirty(30)days after each calendar year quarter,the following shall be reported to
the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality:
i. The maximum amount of materials(clay brick and additives)processed per hour through the respective brick
tunnel kilns during the previous quarter.
c. The Permittee shall maintain records of production rates, throughputs, material usages, and/or other process
operational information. The records shall be maintained for a minimum of three years from the date of recording.
d. The DAQ reserves the right to require in the future that the Permittee perform periodic sampling and analysis of clay
and shales used at the facility for determination of hydrogen fluoride concentration.
e. The Permittee shall notify the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality,within 30 days of initial start-up of the
use of any clay used at the facility for determination of hydrogen fluoride concentration.
e. The Permittee shall notify the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality,within 30 days of initial start-up of the
use of any clay or shales received from the new source (supplier), and provide the analytical results of hydrogen
fluoride concentration within 30 days of such date.
STATE-ENFORCEABLE ONLY
3. 15A NCAC 02Q.0711: "PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS"
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q .0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit," for each of the below listed toxic air
pollutants (TAPS), the Permittee has made a demonstration that facility-wide actual emissions do not exceed the
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Toxic Permit Emission Rates(TPERs)listed in 15A NCAC 02Q.0711. The facility shall be operated and maintained
in such a manner that emissions of any listed TAPs from the facility, including fugitive emissions,will not exceed
TPERs listed in 15A NCAC 02Q.0711.
i. A permit to emit any of the below listed TAPs shall be required for this facility if actual emissions from all
sources will become greater than the corresponding TPERs.
ii. PRIOR to exceeding any of these listed TPERs,the Permittee shall be responsible for obtaining a permit to emit
TAPs and for demonstrating compliance with the requirements of 15A NCAC 02D.1100"Control of Toxic Air
Pollutants".
iii. In accordance with the approved application, the Permittee shall maintain records of operational information
demonstrating that the TAP emissions do not exceed the TPERs as listed below:
TPERs Limitations
Pollutant Carcinogens Chronic Toxicants Acute Systemic Acute Irritants
(CAS Number) (lb/yr) (lb/day) Toxicants(lb/hr) (lb/hr)
carbon disulfide(75-15-0) 3.9
p-dichlorobenzene(106-46-7) 16.8
fluorides 0.34 0.064
formaldehyde(50-00-0) 0.04
manganese and compounds 0.63
1,1,1 trichloroethane(methyl 250 64
chloroform)(71-55-6)
methyl ethyl ketone(78-93-3) 78 22.4
methyl isobutyl ketone 52 7.6
(108-10-1)
perchloroethylene(127-18-4) 13,000
phenol(108-95-2) 0.24
styrene(100-42-5) 2.7
toluene(108-89-3) 98 14.4
xylene(1330-20-7) 57 16.4
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B. Facility-wide affected sources,primarily one natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil-fired
Brick Tunnel Kiln (42.8 million Btu per hour maximum permitted heat input, ID No. K-1)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
sulfur dioxide Less than 250 tons per year 15A NCAC 02Q.0317
(Avoidance of 02D.0530)
15A NCAC 02Q.0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITION for
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0530:PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to avoid applicability of 15A NCAC 02D.0530(g)for major sources and major modifications,the natural
gas/No.2 fuel oil-fired/No. 6 fuel oil-fired brick tunnel kiln(ID No.K-1)shall discharge into the atmosphere less
than 250 tons of sulfur dioxide total,per consecutive 12-month period. [15A NCAC 02D .0530]
Testing[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the Permittee shall perform such testing in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.2 B.La,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0530.
Operations Restrictions
c. To ensure emissions do not exceed the limitation above,the following restrictions shall apply:
i. The amount of No. 6 fuel oil burned shall be limited to 920,000 gallons per year,and the sulfur content of the
No. 6 fuel oil shall not exceed 2.1 percent by weight while using No. 6 fuel oil in the non-preheat section of
the kiln and No.2 fuel oil in the preheat section of the kiln; otherwise,if a combination of fuels is used in the
kiln,then the sulfur dioxide emissions shall be calculated using the formula below.
ii. The brick tunnel kiln(ID No.K-1)shall be limited to a production rate of 58,000 pounds per hour.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall keep monthly records of the amount of fuel used and the sulfur content,including certification
of the fuel,in a logbook(written or in electronic format). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 02D .0530 if the sulfur content of the fuel is not monitored.
e. The sulfur dioxide emissions from kiln(ID No.K-1)shall not exceed 250 tons for any consecutive 12-month
period. Calculations shall be made monthly and recorded in a logbook(written or in electronic format),according
to the following formula:
A=T x 0.3 lbs S02 + X x 0.6 lbs S02 + Y x 1421bs S02 x S i + Z x 157 lbs S02 x S2
tons brick mni cu ft 1000 gal No. 2 fuel 1000 gal No. 6 fuel
Where: A is the total actual emissions of sulfur dioxide in pounds
T is the total number of tons of bricks produced
X is the total amount of natural gas used in the kiln in million cubic feet
Y is the amount of No.2 fuel oil used in the kiln in gallons
Z is the amount of No. 6 fuel oil used in the kiln in gallons
S 1 is the percent sulfur in the No.2 fuel oil
S2 is the percent sulfur in the No.6 fuel oil
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530 if the above records are not kept or
if the sulfur dioxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.2(13)(1)(a).
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
f. The Permittee shall submit a quarterly summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the
preceding three-month period between October and December,April 30 of each calendar year for the preceding
three-month period between January and March,July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding three-month
period between April and June,and October 30 of each calendar year for the preceding three-month period
between July and September. The report shall contain the following:
i. The monthly sulfur dioxide emissions for the previous 14 months. The emissions must be calculated for each
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of the 12-month periods over the previous 14 months;and
ii. The monthly quantities of natural gas,No.2 fuel oil and No.6 fuel oil consumed for the previous 14 months.
g. To ensure compliance with 02D .0530,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content of the No. 6 fuel oil by using
fuel oil supplier certification per shipment received. The results of the fuel oil supplier certifications shall be
recorded in a log(written or electronic format)on a quarterly basis and include the following information:
i. the name of the fuel oil supplier;
ii. the maximum sulfur content of the No. 6 fuel oil received during the quarter;
iii. the method used to determine the maximum sulfur content of the No. 6 fuel oil;and
iv. a certified statement signed by the responsible official that the records of fuel oil supplier certification
submitted represent all of the No. 6 fuel oil fired during the period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530 if the sulfur content of the No. 6
fuel oil is not monitored and recorded.
C. One natural gas/No. 2 fuel oil/No. 6 fuel oil-fired Brick Tunnel Kiln (42.8 million Btu per
hour maximum permitted heat input, ID No. K-2)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
sulfur dioxide Less than 250 tons per year 15A NCAC 02Q .0317
(Avoidance of 02D .0530)
15A NCAC 02Q.0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for
1. 15A NCAC 02D.0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to avoid applicability of 15A NCAC 02D.0530(g)for major sources and major modifications,the natural
gas/No.2 fuel oil-fired/No. 6 fuel oil-fired brick tunnel kiln(ID No.K-2)shall discharge into the atmosphere less
than 250 tons of sulfur dioxide total,per consecutive 12-month period. [15A NCAC 02D .0530]
Testing[15ANCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the Permittee shall perform such testing in accordance with General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.2 C.La,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall keep monthly records of the amount of fuel used and the sulfur content,including certification
of the fuel,in a logbook(written or in electronic format). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with
15A NCAC 02D .0530 if the sulfur content of the fuel is not monitored.
d. The sulfur dioxide emissions from kiln(ID No.K-2)shall not exceed 250 tons for any consecutive 12-month
period. Calculations shall be made monthly and recorded in a logbook(written or in electronic format),according
to the following formula:
A=T x 0.3 Ibs S02 + X x 0.6 Ibs S02 + Y x 1421bs S02 x S i + Z x 1571bs S02 x S2
tons brick mm cu ft 1000 gal No.2 fuel 1000 gal No. 6 fuel
Where: A is the total actual emissions of sulfur dioxide in pounds
T is the total number of tons of bricks produced
X is the total amount of natural gas used in the kiln in million cubic feet
Y is the amount of No.2 fuel oil used in the kiln in gallons
Z is the amount of No.6 fuel oil used in the kiln in gallons
Si is the percent sulfur in the No.2 fuel oil
S2 is the percent sulfur in the No. 6 fuel oil
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0530 if the above records are not kept or
if the sulfur dioxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.2(C)(1)(a).
Reporting(I5A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a semi-annual summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,of
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monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the
preceding six-month period between July and December,and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-
month period between January and June. The report shall contain the following:
i. The monthly sulfur dioxide emissions for the previous 17 months.The emissions must be calculated for each
of the 12-month periods over the previous 17 months; and
ii. The monthly quantities of natural gas,No.2 fuel oil and No. 6 fuel oil consumed for the previous 17 months.
SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS (version 4.012/17/15)
This section describes terms and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Provisions[NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not otherwise defined in this permit shall have the meaning assigned to such terms as defined in 15A NCAC
02D and 02Q.
2. The terms,conditions,requirements,limitations,and restrictions set forth in this permit are binding and enforceable
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.114A and 143-215.114B,including assessment of civil and/or criminal penalties.Any
unauthorized deviation from the conditions of this permit may constitute grounds for revocation and/or enforcement
action by the DAQ.
3. This permit is not a waiver of or approval of any other Department permits that may be required for other aspects of
the facility which are not addressed in this permit.
4. This permit does not relieve the Permittee from liability for harm or injury to human health or welfare,animal or
plant life,or property caused by the construction or operation of this permitted facility,or from penalties therefore,
nor does it allow the Permittee to cause pollution in contravention of state laws or rules,unless specifically authorized
by an order from the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
5. Except as identified as state-only requirements in this permit,all terms and conditions contained herein shall be
enforceable by the DAQ,the EPA,and citizens of the United States as defined in the Federal Clean Air Act.
6. Any stationary source of air pollution shall not be operated,maintained,or modified without the appropriate and valid
permits issued by the DAQ,unless the source is exempted by rule. The DAQ may issue a permit only after it
receives reasonable assurance that the installation will not cause air pollution in violation of any of the applicable
requirements. A permitted installation may only be operated,maintained,constructed,expanded,or modified in a
manner that is consistent with the terms of this permit.
B. Permit Availability[15A NCAC 02Q.0507(k)and.0508(i)(9)(B)]
The Permittee shall have available at the facility a copy of this permit and shall retain for the duration of the permit term
one complete copy of the application and any information submitted in support of the application package. The permit
and application shall be made available to an authorized representative of Department of Environmental Quality upon
request.
C. Severability Clause[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(2)]
In the event of an administrative challenge to a final and binding permit in which a condition is held to be invalid,the
provisions in this permit are severable so that all requirements contained in the permit,except those held to be invalid,
shall remain valid and must be complied with.
D. Submissions[15ANCAC 02Q.0507(e)and 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
Except as otherwise specified herein,two copies of all documents,reports,test data,monitoring data,notifications,
request for renewal,and any other information required by this permit shall be submitted to the appropriate Regional
Office. Refer to the Regional Office address on the cover page of this permit. For continuous emissions monitoring
systems(CEMS)reports,continuous opacity monitoring systems(COMS)reports,quality assurance(QA)/quality control
(QC)reports,acid rain CEM certification reports,and NOx budget CEM certification reports,one copy shall be sent to the
appropriate Regional Office and one copy shall be sent to:
Supervisor,Stationary Source Compliance
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
1641 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,NC 27699-1641
All submittals shall include the facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this permit).
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E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(3)]
The Permittee shall comply with all terms,conditions,requirements,limitations and restrictions set forth in this permit.
Noncompliance with any permit condition except conditions identified as state-only requirements constitutes a violation
of the Federal Clean Air Act. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds for enforcement action,for permit
termination,revocation and reissuance,or modification,or for denial of a permit renewal application.
F. Circumvention-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
The facility shall be properly operated and maintained at all times in a manner that will effect an overall reduction in air
pollution. Unless otherwise specified by this permit,no emission source may be operated without the concurrent
operation of its associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances.
G. Permit Modifications
1. Administrative Permit Amendments[15A NCAC 02Q.0514]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment in accordance with 15A NCAC
02Q.0514.
2. Transfer in Ownership or Operation and Application Submittal Content[15A NCAC 02Q.0524 and 02Q.0505]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an ownership change in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0524 and
02Q.0505.
3. Minor Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0515]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a minor permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0516]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q
.0516.
5. Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 02Q.0517]
The Permittee shall submit an application for reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0517.
H. Chanizes Not Requiring Permit Modifications
1. Reporting Requirements
Any of the following that would result in new or increased emissions from the emission source(s)listed in Section 1
must be reported to the Regional Supervisor,DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes;or
c. changes in the quantity or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate,modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any necessary changes in the
permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions allowed that will cause a violation of the emission
limitations specified herein.
2. Section 502(b)(10)Changes[15A NCAC 02Q.0523(a)]
a. "Section 502(b)(10)changes"means changes that contravene an express permit term or condition. Such changes
do not include changes that would violate applicable requirements or contravene federally enforceable permit
terms and conditions that are monitoring(including test methods),recordkeeping,reporting,or compliance
certification requirements.
b. The Permittee may make Section 502(b)(10)changes without having the permit revised if:
i. the changes are not a modification under Title I of the Federal Clean Air Act;
ii. the changes do not cause the allowable emissions under the permit to be exceeded;
iii. the Permittee notifies the Director and EPA with written notification at least seven days before the change is
made;and
iv. the Permittee shall attach the notice to the relevant permit.
c. The written notification shall include:
i. a description of the change;
ii. the date on which the change will occur;
iii. any change in emissions;and
iv. any permit term or condition that is no longer applicable as a result of the change.
d. Section 502(b)(10)changes shall be made in the permit the next time that the permit is revised or renewed,
whichever comes first.
3. Off Permit Changes[15A NCAC 02Q.0523(b)]
The Permittee may make changes in the operation or emissions without revising the permit if
a. the change affects only insignificant activities and the activities remain insignificant after the change;or
b. the change is not covered under any applicable requirement.
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4. Emissions Trading[15A NCAC 02Q.0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 02D,including subsequently adopted maximum
achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed without permit revision pursuant to 15A
NCAC 02Q.0523(c).
LA Reporting Requirements for Excess Emissions and Permit Deviations[15A NCAC 02D.0535(o and 02Q
.0508(f)(2)]
"Excess Emissions"-means an emission rate that exceeds any applicable emission limitation or standard allowed by any
rule in Sections.0500,.0900,.1200,or.1400 of Subchapter 0213;or by a permit condition;or that exceeds an emission
limit established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 02Q.0700. (Note:Definitions of excess emissions under 02D.1110
and 02D.I I I I shall apply where defined by rule.)
"Deviations"-for the purposes of this condition,any action or condition not in accordance with the terms and conditions
of this permit including those attributable to upset conditions as well as excess emissions as defined above lasting less
than four hours.
Excess Emissions
1. If a source is required to report excess emissions under NSPS(15A NCAC 02D.0524),NESHAPS(15A NCAC 02D
.1110 or.I 111),or the operating permit provides for periodic(e.g.,quarterly)reporting of excess emissions,reporting
shall be performed as prescribed therein.
2. If the source is not subject to NSPS(15A NCAC 02D.0524),NESHAPS(15A NCAC 02D.I 110 or.1111),or these
rules do NOT define"excess emissions,"the Permittee shall report excess emissions in accordance with 15A NCAC
02D.0535 as follows:
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02D.0535,if excess emissions last for more than four hours resulting from a
malfunction,a breakdown of process or control equipment,or any other abnormal condition,the owner or
operator shall:
i. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m.Eastern Time of the
Division's next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and provide:
• name and location of the facility;
• nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown;
• time when the malfunction or breakdown is first observed;
• expected duration;and
• estimated rate of emissions;
ii. notify the Regional Supervisor or Director immediately when corrective measures have been accomplished;
and
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described in 15A NCAC
02D.0535(f)(3).
Permit Deviations
3. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0508(0(2),the Permittee shall report deviations from permit requirements(terms and
conditions)as follows:
a. Notify the Regional Supervisor or Director of all other deviations from permit requirements not covered under
15A NCAC 02D.0535 quarterly. A written report to the Regional Supervisor shall include the probable cause of
such deviation and any corrective actions or preventative actions taken. The responsible official shall certify all
deviations from permit requirements.
LB Other Requirements under 15A NCAC 02D.0535
The Permittee shall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 02D.0535,including 15A
NCAC 02D.0535(c)as follows:
1. Any excess emissions that do not occur during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of the
appropriate rule unless the owner or operator of the sources demonstrates to the Director,that the excess emissions
are a result of a malfunction. The Director shall consider,along with any other pertinent information,the criteria
contained in 15A NCAC 02D.0535(c)(1)through(7).
2. 15A NCAC 02D.0535(g). Excess emissions during start-up and shut-down shall be considered a violation of the
appropriate rule if the owner or operator cannot demonstrate that excess emissions are unavoidable.
J. Emerizency Provisions[40 CFR 70.6(g)]
The Permittee shall be subject to the following provisions with respect to emergencies:
1. An emergency means any situation arising from sudden and reasonably unforeseeable events beyond the control of
the facility,including acts of God,which situation requires immediate corrective action to restore normal operation,
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and that causes the facility to exceed a technology-based emission limitation under the permit,due to unavoidable
increases in emissions attributable to the emergency. An emergency shall not include noncompliance to the extent
caused by improperly designed equipment,lack of preventive maintenance,careless or improper operation,or
operator error.
2. An emergency constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology-based
emission limitations if the conditions specified in 3.below are met.
3. The affirmative defense of emergency shall be demonstrated through properly signed contemporaneous operating
logs or other relevant evidence that include information as follows:
a. an emergency occurred and the Permittee can identify the cause(s)of the emergency;
b. the permitted facility was at the time being properly operated;
c. during the period of the emergency the Permittee took all reasonable steps to minimize levels of emissions that
exceeded the standards or other requirements in the permit;and
d. the Permittee submitted notice of the emergency to the DAQ within two working days of the time when emission
limitations were exceeded due to the emergency. This notice must contain a description of the emergency,steps
taken to mitigate emissions,and corrective actions taken.
4. In any enforcement proceeding,the Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an emergency has the burden of
proof.
5. This provision is in addition to any emergency or upset provision contained in any applicable requirement specified
elsewhere herein.
K. Permit Renewal[I5A NCAC 02Q.0508(e)and 02Q.0513(b)]
This 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 permit is issued for a fixed term not to exceed five years and shall expire at the end of its
term. Permit expiration terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 renewal
application is submitted at least nine months before the date of permit expiration. If the Permittee or applicant has
complied with 15A NCAC 02Q.0512(b)(1),this 15A NCAC 02Q.0500 permit shall not expire until the renewal permit
has been issued or denied. Permit expiration under 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 terminates the facility's right to operate unless
a complete 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 renewal application is submitted at least six months before the date of permit
expiration for facilities subject to 15A NCAC 02Q.0400 requirements. In either of these events,all terms and conditions
of these permits shall remain in effect until the renewal permits have been issued or denied.
L. Need to Halt or Reduce Activity Not a Defense[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(4)]
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reduce the
permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the conditions of this permit.
M. Duty to Provide Information(submittal of information)[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(9)]
1. The Permittee shall furnish to the DAQ,in a timely manner,any reasonable information that the Director may request
in writing to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking and reissuing,or terminating the permit or to
determine compliance with the permit.
2. The Permittee shall furnish the DAQ copies of records required to be kept by the permit when such copies are
requested by the Director.For information claimed to be confidential,the Permittee may furnish such records directly
to the EPA upon request along with a claim of confidentiality.
N. Duty to Supplement[I5A NCAC 02Q.0507(f)]
The Permittee,upon becoming aware that any relevant facts were omitted or incorrect information was submitted in the
permit application,shall promptly submit such supplementary facts or corrected information to the DAQ. The Permittee
shall also provide additional information as necessary to address any requirement that becomes applicable to the facility
after the date a complete permit application was submitted but prior to the release of the draft permit.
O. Retention of Records[I5A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)and 02Q.0508(1)]
The Permittee shall retain records of all required monitoring data and supporting information for a period of at least five
years from the date of the monitoring sample,measurement,report,or application. Supporting information includes all
calibration and maintenance records and all original strip-chart recordings for continuous monitoring information,and
copies of all reports required by the permit. These records shall be maintained in a form suitable and readily available for
expeditious inspection and review. Any records required by the conditions of this permit shall be kept on site and made
available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon request.
P. Compliance Certification[I5A NCAC 02Q.0508(n)]
The Permittee shall submit to the DAQ and the EPA(Air and EPCRA Enforcement Branch,EPA,Region 4,61 Forsyth
Street SW,Atlanta,GA 30303)postmarked on or before March 1 a compliance certification(for the preceding calendar
year)by a responsible official with all federally-enforceable terms and conditions in the permit,including emissions
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limitations,standards,or work practices. It shall be the responsibility of the current owner to submit a compliance
certification for the entire year regardless of who owned the facility during the year. The compliance certification shall
comply with additional requirements as may be specified under Sections 114(a)(3)or 504(b)of the Federal Clean Air Act.
The compliance certification shall specify:
1. the identification of each term or condition of the permit that is the basis of the certification;
2. the compliance status(with the terms and conditions of the permit for the period covered by the certification);
3. whether compliance was continuous or intermittent;and
4. the method(s)used for determining the compliance status of the source during the certification period.
Q. Certification by Responsible Official[15A NCAC 02Q.0520]
A responsible official shall certify the truth,accuracy,and completeness of any application form,report,or compliance
certification required by this permit. All certifications shall state that based on information and belief formed after
reasonable inquiry,the statements and information in the document are true,accurate,and complete.
R. Permit Shield for Applicable Rea uirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0512]
1. Compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit shall be deemed compliance with applicable requirements,
where such applicable requirements are included and specifically identified in the permit as of the date of permit
issuance.
2. A permit shield shall not alter or affect:
a. the power of the Commission,Secretary of the Department,or Governor under NCGS 143-215.3(a)(12),or EPA
under Section 303 of the Federal Clean Air Act;
b. the liability of an owner or operator of a facility for any violation of applicable requirements prior to the effective
date of the permit or at the time of permit issuance;
c. the applicable requirements under Title IV;or
d. the ability of the Director or the EPA under Section 114 of the Federal Clean Air Act to obtain information to
determine compliance of the facility with its permit.
3. A permit shield does not apply to any change made at a facility that does not require a permit or permit revision made
under 15A NCAC 02Q.0523.
4. A permit shield does not extend to minor permit modifications made under 15A NCAC 02Q.0515.
S. Termination,Modification,and Revocation of the Permit[15A NCAC 02Q.0519]
The Director may terminate,modify,or revoke and reissue this permit if:
1. the information contained in the application or presented in support thereof is determined to be incorrect;
2. the conditions under which the permit or permit renewal was granted have changed;
3. violations of conditions contained in the permit have occurred;
4. the EPA requests that the permit be revoked under 40 CFR 70.7(g)or 70.8(d);or
5. the Director finds that termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance of the permit is necessary to carry out
the purpose of NCGS Chapter 143,Article 21B.
T. InsiEnificant Activities[15A NCAC 02Q.0503]
Because an emission source or activity is insignificant does not mean that the emission source or activity is exempted
from any applicable requirement or that the owner or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating compliance
with any applicable requirement. The Permittee shall have available at the facility at all times and made available to an
authorized representative upon request,documentation,including calculations,if necessary,to demonstrate that an
emission source or activity is insignificant.
U. Property Rights[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(8)]
This permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property or any exclusive privileges.
V. Inspection and Entry[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(1)and NCGS 143-215.3(a)(2)]
1. Upon presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by law,the Permittee shall allow the DAQ,
or an authorized representative,to perform the following:
a. enter the Permittee's premises where the permitted facility is located or emissions-related activity is conducted,
or where records are kept under the conditions of the permit;
b. have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that are required to be kept under the conditions of the
permit;
c. inspect at reasonable times and using reasonable safety practices any source,equipment(including monitoring
and air pollution control equipment),practices,or operations regulated or required under the permit;and
d. sample or monitor substances or parameters,using reasonable safety practices,for the purpose of assuring
compliance with the permit or applicable requirements at reasonable times.
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Nothing in this condition shall limit the ability of the EPA to inspect or enter the premises of the Permittee under
Section 114 or other provisions of the Federal Clean Air Act.
2. No person shall refuse entry or access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry for purposes
of inspection,and who presents appropriate credentials,nor shall any person obstruct,hamper,or interfere with any
such authorized representative while in the process of carrying out his official duties. Refusal of entry or access may
constitute grounds for permit revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
W. Annual Fee Payment[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(10)]
1. The Permittee shall pay all fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0200.
2. Payment of fees may be by check or money order made payable to the N.C.Department of Environmental Quality.
Annual permit fee payments shall refer to the permit number.
3. If,within 30 days after being billed,the Permittee fails to pay an annual fee,the Director may initiate action to
terminate the permit under 15A NCAC 02Q.0519.
X. Annual Emission Inventory Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0207]
The Permittee shall report by June 30 of each year the actual emissions of each air pollutant listed in 15A NCAC 02Q
.0207(a)from each emission source within the facility during the previous calendar year. The report shall be in or on such
form as may be established by the Director. The accuracy of the report shall be certified by a responsible official of the
facility.
Y. Confidential Information[15A NCAC 02Q.0107 and 02Q.0508(i)(9)]
Whenever the Permittee submits information under a claim of confidentiality pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0107,the
Permittee may also submit a copy of all such information and claim directly to the EPA upon request. All requests for
confidentiality must be in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits[15A NCAC 02Q.0100 and.0300]
A construction and operating permit shall be obtained by the Permittee for any proposed new or modified facility or
emission source which is not exempted from having a permit prior to the beginning of construction or modification,in
accordance with all applicable provisions of 15A NCAC 02Q.0100 and.0300.
AA. Standard Application Form and Required Information[15A NCAC 02Q.0505 and.0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required information in accordance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 02Q
.0505 and.0507.
BB. Financial Responsibility and Compliance History[15A NCAC 02Q.0507(d)(4)]
The DAQ may require an applicant to submit a statement of financial qualifications and/or a statement of substantial
compliance history.
CC. Refrigerant Requirements(Stratospheric Ozone and Climate Protection)[15A NCAC 02Q.0501(e)]
1. If the Permittee has appliances or refrigeration equipment,including air conditioning equipment,which use Class I or
II ozone-depleting substances such as chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons listed as refrigerants in 40
CFR Part 82 Subpart A Appendices A and B,the Permittee shall service,repair,and maintain such equipment
according to the work practices,personnel certification requirements,and certified recycling and recovery equipment
specified in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
2. The Permittee shall not knowingly vent or otherwise release any Class I or II substance into the environment during
the repair,servicing,maintenance,or disposal of any such device except as provided in 40 CFR Part 82 Subpart F.
3. The Permittee shall comply with all reporting and recordkeeping requirements of 40 CFR 82.166. Reports shall be
submitted to the EPA or its designee as required.
DD. Prevention of Accidental Releases-Section 112(r)[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(h)]
If the Permittee is required to develop and register a Risk Management Plan with EPA pursuant to Section 112(r)of the
Clean Air Act,then the Permittee is required to register this plan in accordance with 40 CFR Part 68.
EE. Prevention of Accidental Releases General Duty Clause-Section 112(r)(1)—FEDERALLY-ENFORCEABLE
ONLY
Although a risk management plan may not be required,if the Pennittee produces,processes,handles,or stores any
amount of a listed hazardous substance,the Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to prevent the
accidental release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any release.
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FF. Title IV Allowances[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(1)]
This permit does not limit the number of Title IV allowances held by the Permittee,but the Permittee may not use
allowances as a defense to noncompliance with any other applicable requirement. The Permittee's emissions may not
exceed any allowances that the facility lawfully holds under Title IV of the Federal Clean Air Act.
GG. Air Pollution Emergency Episode[15A NCAC 02D.0300]
Should the Director of the DAQ declare an Air Pollution Emergency Episode,the Permittee will be required to operate in
accordance with the Permittee's previously approved Emission Reduction Plan or,in the absence of an approved plan,
with the appropriate requirements specified in 15A NCAC 02D.0300.
HH. Registration of Air Pollution Sources[15A NCAC 02D.0202]
The Director of the DAQ may require the Permittee to register a source of air pollution. If the Permittee is required to
register a source of air pollution,this registration and required information will be in accordance with 15A NCAC 02D
.0202(b).
II. Ambient Air Quality Standards[15A NCAC 02D.0501(c)]
In addition to any control or manner of operation necessary to meet emission standards specified in this permit,any source
of air pollution shall be operated with such control or in such manner that the source shall not cause the ambient air
quality standards in 15A NCAC 02D.0400 to be exceeded at any point beyond the premises on which the source is
located. When controls more stringent than named in the applicable emission standards in this permit are required to
prevent violation of the ambient air quality standards or are required to create an offset,the permit shall contain a
condition requiring these controls.
JJ. General Emissions Testing and Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
Emission compliance testing shall be by the procedures of Section.2600,except as may be otherwise required in Rules
.0524, .0912, .1110,.1111,or.1415 of Subchapter 02D.If emissions testing is required by this permit or the DAQ or if
the Permittee submits emissions testing to the DAQ to demonstrate compliance,the Permittee shall perform such testing
in accordance with 15A NCAC 02D.2600 and follow the procedures outlined below:
1. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for air emission testing protocols to be provided to the Director
prior to air pollution testing.Testing protocols are not required to be pre-approved by the Director prior to air
pollution testing. The Director shall review air emission testing protocols for pre-approval prior to testing if
requested by the owner or operator at least 45 days before conducting the test.
2. Any person proposing to conduct an emissions test to demonstrate compliance with an applicable standard shall
notify the Director at least 15 days before beginning the test so that the Director may at his option observe the test.
3. The owner or operator of the source shall arrange for controlling and measuring the production rates during the
period of air testing.The owner or operator of the source shall ensure that the equipment or process being tested is
operated at the production rate that best fulfills the purpose of the test.The individual conducting the emission test
shall describe the procedures used to obtain accurate process data and include in the test report the average
production rates determined during each testing period.
4. Two copies of the final air emission test report shall be submitted to the Director not later than 30 days after
sample collection unless otherwise specified in the specific conditions. The owner or operator may request an
extension to submit the final test report.The Director shall approve an extension request if he finds that the
extension request is a result of actions beyond the control of the owner or operator.
a. The Director shall make the final determination regarding any testing procedure deviation and the validity of
the compliance test.The Director may:
i. Allow deviations from a method specified under a rule in this Section if the owner or operator of the
source being tested demonstrates to the satisfaction of the Director that the specified method is
inappropriate for the source being tested.
ii. Prescribe alternate test procedures on an individual basis when he finds that the alternative method is
necessary to secure more reliable test data.
iii. Prescribe or approve methods on an individual basis for sources or pollutants for which no test method is
specified in this Section if the methods can be demonstrated to determine compliance of permitted
emission sources or pollutants.
b. The Director may authorize the Division of Air Quality to conduct independent tests of any source subject to a
rule in this Subchapter to determine the compliance status of that source or to verify any test data submitted
relating to that source.Any test conducted by the Division of Air Quality using the appropriate testing
procedures described in Section 02D.2600 has precedence over all other tests.
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KK. Reopening for Cause[15A NCAC 02Q.0517]
1. A permit shall be reopened and revised under the following circumstances:
a. additional applicable requirements become applicable to a facility with remaining permit term of three or more
years;
b. additional requirements(including excess emission requirements)become applicable to a source covered by
Title IV;
c. the Director or EPA finds that the permit contains a material mistake or that inaccurate statements were made in
establishing the emissions standards or other terms or conditions of the permit;or
d. the Director or EPA determines that the permit must be revised or revoked to assure compliance with the
applicable requirements.
2. Any permit reopening shall be completed or a revised permit issued within 18 months after the applicable
requirement is promulgated. No reopening is required if the effective date of the requirement is after the expiration of
the permit term unless the term of the permit was extended pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0513(c).
3. Except for the state-enforceable only portion of the permit,the procedures set out in 15A NCAC 02Q.0507,.0521,or
.0522 shall be followed to reissue the permit. If the State-enforceable only portion of the permit is reopened,the
procedures in 15A NCAC 02Q.0300 shall be followed. The proceedings shall affect only those parts of the permit
for which cause to reopen exists.
4. The Director shall notify the Permittee at least 60 days in advance of the date that the permit is to be reopened,except
in cases of imminent threat to public health or safety the notification period may be less than 60 days.
5. Within 90 days,or 180 days if the EPA extends the response period,after receiving notification from the EPA that a
permit needs to be terminated,modified,or revoked and reissued,the Director shall send to the EPA a proposed
determination of termination,modification,or revocation and reissuance,as appropriate.
LL. Reporting Requirements for Non-Operating Equipment[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(i)(16)]
The Permittee shall maintain a record of operation for permitted equipment noting whenever the equipment is taken from
and placed into operation. During operation the monitoring recordkeeping and reporting requirements as prescribed by
the permit shall be implemented within the monitoring period.
MM.Fugitive Dust Control Requirement[15A NCAC 02D.0540]-STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
As required by 15A NCAC 02D.0540"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources,"the Permittee shall not cause
or allow fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible emissions beyond the
property boundary.If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive dust emissions from the facility are observed beyond
the property boundaries for six minutes in any one hour(using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR,Appendix A),the owner
or operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 02D.0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions"means particulate matter from process operations that does not pass through a process stack or
vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as:unloading and loading areas,process
areas stockpiles,stock pile working,plant parking lots,and plant roads(including access roads and haul roads).
NN.Specific Permit Modifications[15A NCAC 02Q.0501 and.0523]
1. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(c)(2),the Permittee shall file a Title V Air Quality
Permit Application for the air emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)on or before 12
months after commencing operation.
2. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0501(d)(2),the Permittee shall not begin operation of the air
emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)until a Title V Air Quality Permit Application is
filed and a construction and operation permit following the procedures of Section.0500(except for Rule .0504 of
this Section) is obtained.
3. For modifications made pursuant to 502(b)(10),in accordance with 15A NCAC 02Q.0523(a)(1)(C),the Permittee
shall notify the Director and EPA(EPA-Air Planning Branch,61 Forsyth Street SW,Atlanta,GA 30303)in
writing at least seven days before the change is made. The written notification shall include:
a. a description of the change at the facility;
b. the date on which the change will occur;
c. any change in emissions;and
d. any permit term or condition that is no longer applicable as a result of the change.
In addition to this notification requirement,with the next significant modification or Air Quality Permit renewal,the
Permittee shall submit a page"ES"of the application forms signed by the responsible official verifying that the
application for the 502(b)(10)change/modification,is true,accurate,and complete. Further note that modifications
made pursuant to 502(b)(10)do not relieve the Permittee from satisfying preconstruction requirements.
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00. Third Party Participation and EPA Review[15A NCAC 02Q.0521,.0522 and.0525(7)]
For permits modifications subject to 45-day review by the federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),EPA's
decision to not object to the proposed permit is considered final and binding on the EPA and absent a third party
petition, the failure to object is the end of EPA's decision-making process with respect to the revisions to the
permit. The time period available to submit a public petition pursuant to 15A NCAC 02Q.0518 begins at the
end of the 45-day EPA review period.
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ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
AOS Alternate Operating Scenario
BACT Best Available Control Technology
Btu British thermal unit
CAA Clean Air Act
CAIR Clean Air Interstate Rule
CEM Continuous Emission Monitor
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
DAQ Division of Air Quality
DEQ Department of Environmental Quality
EMC Environmental Management Commission
EPA Environmental Protection Agency
FR Federal Register
GACT Generally Available Control Technology
HAP Hazardous Air Pollutant
MACT Maximum Achievable Control Technology
NAA Non-Attainment Area
NCAC North Carolina Administrative Code
NCGS North Carolina General Statutes
NESHAP National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants
NOX Nitrogen Oxides
NSPS New Source Performance Standard
OAH Office of Administrative Hearings
PM Particulate Matter
PM10 Particulate Matter with Nominal Aerodynamic Diameter of 10 Micrometers or Less
POS Primary Operating Scenario
PSD Prevention of Significant Deterioration
RACT Reasonably Available Control Technology
SIC Standard Industrial Classification
SIP State Implementation Plan
SO2 Sulfur Dioxide
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound