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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
June 17, 2015
Mr. C. Micheal Anderson
General Manager
Valley Proteins—Lewiston Division
PO Box 10
Lewiston-Woodville, NC 27849
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 03085T31
Facility ID: 0800081
Valley Proteins—Lewiston Division
Lewiston-Woodville, Bertie County
Fee Class: Title V
PSD Class: Minor
Dear Mr. Anderson:
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for a 15A NCAC 2Q .0515
minor modification of a Title V permit received May 1,2015, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality
Permit No. 03085T31 to Valley Proteins—Lewiston Division, 3539 Governors Road, Lewiston
Woodville, 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 2Q .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.
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,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) 15013-23,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
1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1641
Phone:919-707-84001 Internet:www,ncdenr.gov
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Mr. Anderson
June 17, 2015
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27699-1641. The form for requesting a formal adjudicatory hearing maybe 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.
The construction of new air pollution emission source(s) and associated air pollution control
device(s),or modifications to the emission source(s)and air pollution control device(s)described in this
permit must be covered under an Air Quality Permit issued by the Division of Air Quality prior to
construction unless the Permittee has fulfilled the requirements of GS 143-215.108A(b) and received
written approval from the Director of the Division of Air Quality to commence construction. Failure to
receive an Air Quality Permit or written approval prior to commencing construction is a violation of GS
143-215.108A and may subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in GS 143-
215.114A and 143-215.114B.
For PSD increment tracking purposes, actual PM10 emissions from this modification are
decreased by 4.1 pounds per hour.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from June 17, 2015 until November 30, 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 Betty Gatano,
P.E., at(919) 707-8736 or Betty.Gatano@ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely yours,
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William D. Willets,P.E., Chief,Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality,NCDENR
Enclosure
c: Heather Ceron, EPA Region 4(electronic copy of permit and permit review)
Washington Regional Office
Central Files
Valley Proteins—Lewiston Division
Air Quality Permit No.03085T31
ATTACHMENT 1: Summary of Changes to the Permit
Pages Section Description of Changes
Cover and - Updated all dates and permit revision numbers.
throughout
-- Insignificant • Added the meal storage silos(ID Nos.IES-I I to IES-16).
Activities List • Added the meal loadout area(ID No.IES-19).
3-6 1.0—Equipment List . Removed the poultry meal storage silos(ID Nos.ES-I I to ES-16)and associated
control devices(ID Nos. CD-I IA and CD-I I through CD-16A and CD-16B).
• Removed the poultry meal loadout area(ID No.ES-19).
• Updated the page numbers.
-- 2.1.13 Removed requirements for the poultry meal storage silos(ID Nos.ES-I I to ES-16)
(old numbering) and associated control devices(ID Nos.CD-I IA and CD-I IB through CD-16A
and CD-1613). These emission sources are now considered insignificant activities.
-- 2.LC Removed requirements for the poultry meal loadout area(ID No.ES-19). This
(old numbering) emission source is now considered an insignificant activity.
15 2.1.13 Renumbered permit. Section 2.1.13 is now Section 2.1.13.
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Valley Proteins—Lewiston Division
Air Quality Permit No.03085T31
ATTACHMENT 2: Insignificant Activities Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0503(8)
ID Number Equipment Description
IES 17 Poultry meal conveyance system
I-WCCS Wastewater collection and conveyance system
IES-11 —IES-16 Six(6)meal storage silos
IES-19 Meal loadout area(54 tons per hour capacity)
1. Because an activity is insignificant does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable requirement or
that the owner or operator of the source 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 2D.1100"Control of Toxic Air
Pollutants"or 2Q.0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit".
State of North Carolina,
Department of Environment, • •
and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality NCDENR
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No.(s) Effective Date Expiration Date
03085T31 03085T30 June 17,2015 November 30,2018
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 21 B of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and Title 15A North
Carolina Administrative Codes(15A NCAC), Subchapters 2D and 2Q,and other applicable Laws.
Pursuant to Title 15A NCAC, Subchapter 2Q, 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: Valley Proteins — Lewiston Division
Facility ID: 0800081
Facility Site Location: 3539 Governors Road
City, County, State, Zip: Lewiston Woodville,Bertie County,North Carolina 27849
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 10
City, State,Zip: Lewiston-Woodville,NC 27849
Application Number: 0800081.15A
Complete Application Date: May 1,2015
Primary SIC Code: 2048,2077
Division of Air Quality, Washington Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 943 Washington Square
Washington, North Carolina 27889
Permit issued this the 17`h day of June, 2015
William D. Willets,P.E.,Chief,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)
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
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SECTION I- PERMITTED EMISSION SOURCE(S) AND ASSOCIATED
AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICE(S) AND
APPURTENANCES
The following table contains a summary of all permitted emission sources and associated air pollution
control devices and appurtenances:
Page Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Control Device Description
Nos. ID No. Device
ID No.
6, 15 ES-8 Two natural gas/saleable CD-10F One packed bed scrubber(288 to 575
ES-9 animal fat/No. 6 fuel oil-fired gallon per minute normal operating
GACT,Subpart boilers(84 million Btu per range)utilizing water,air,and filter
JJJJJJ hour maximum heat input media to reduce PM and SO2
capacity,each) emissions in the boilers and also used
conditionally for additional control of
noncondensibles depending on fuel
fired in the boilers for the poultry
processing equipment
12, 15 ES-23 Two natural gas-fired NA NA
ES-24 temporary,back-up boilers
NSPS,Subpart (less than 90 million Btu per
De hour maximum heat input
capacity each)
15 ES-10A.1* One poultry by-product cooker CD-10E One venturi wet scrubber(voluntary
and one dual-use for odor control state-only
feather/poultry by-product requirement)
cooker
CD-1 OD One two-stage crossflow wet scrubber
(500 gallons per minute nominal liquid
injection rate per stage)and a dry filter
mist eliminator
CD-1 OF One packed bed scrubber(288 to 575
gallon per minute normal operating
range)utilizing water,air,and filter
media to reduce PM and SO2
emissions in the boilers and also used
conditionally for additional control of
noncondensibles depending on fuel
fired in the boilers for the poultry
processing equipment
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Page Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Control Device Description
Nos. ID No. Device
ID No.
15 ES-10A.2* One feather dryer and one CD-l0E One venturi wet scrubber(voluntary
hydrolyzer for odor control state-only
requirement)
CD-IOD One two-stage crossflow wet scrubber
(500 gallons per minute nominal liquid
injection rate per stage)and a dry filter
mist eliminator
CD-1 OF One packed bed scrubber(288 to 575
gallon per minute normal operating
range)utilizing water,air,and filter
media to reduce PM and SO2
emissions in the boilers and also used
conditionally for additional control of
noncondensibles depending on fuel
fired in the boilers for the poultry
processing equipment
15 ES-lOB* Poultry by-product presses and CD-lOD One two-stage cross flow wet scrubber
preheater (500 gallons per minute nominal liquid
injection rate per stage) and a dry filter
mist eliminator
CDAOF One packed bed scrubber(288 to 575
gallon per minute normal operating
range)utilizing water,air,and filter
media to reduce PM and SO2
emissions in the boilers and also used
conditionally for additional control of
noncondensibles depending on fuel
fired in the boilers for the poultry
processing equipment
15 ES-lOD* Process room air collection CD-IOD One two-stage cross flow wet scrubber
(500 gallons per minute nominal liquid
injection rate per stage)and a dry filter
mist eliminator
CD-IOF One packed bed scrubber(288 to 575
gallon per minute normal operating
range)utilizing water,air,and filter
media to reduce PM and SOz
emissions in the boilers and also used
conditionally for additional control of
noncondensibles depending on fuel
fired in the boilers for the poultry
processing equipment
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Page Emission Source Emission Source Description Control Control Device Description
Nos. ID No. Device
ID No.
15 ES-l0E* Two liquid/fat evaporators CD-l0E One venturi wet scrubber(voluntary
for odor control state-only
requirement)
CD-10D One two-stage crossflow wet scrubber
(500 gallons per minute nominal liquid
injection rate per stage)and a dry filter
mist eliminator
CD-1 OF One packed bed scrubber(288 to 575
gallon per minute normal operating
range)utilizing water,air,and filter
media to reduce PM and SOz
emissions in the boilers and also used
conditionally for additional control of
noncondensibles depending on fuel
fired in the boilers for the poultry
processing equipment
*These emission sources are insignificant for Title V purposes;however,they are permitted pursuant to State-
enforceable only requirements.
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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/saleable animal fats/No. 6 fuel oil-fired boilers (ID Nos.ES-8 and ES-9)with
associated packed tower scrubber(ID No. CD-10F)
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 0.27 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 213 .0503
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 213 .0516
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 213 .0521
TSP Less than 41 tons per year combined 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
PM10 Less than 28 tons per year combined (PSD Avoidance)
Sulfur dioxide Less than 215 tons per year combined
VOCs Less than 40 tons per year combined
Carbon monoxide Less than 106 tons per year combined(as aggregate of
all fuel combustion)
Nitrogen oxides Less than 107 tons per year combined
Hazardous air National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air 15A NCAC 2D .1111
pollutants Pollutants for Area Sources—Industrial, Commercial, (40 CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ)
and Institutional Boilers
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT
EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas/saleable animal fats/No. 6 fuel
oil that are discharged from these sources(ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9) into the atmosphere shall not
exceed 0.27 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions 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.La above,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate matter from the firing of
natural gas/saleable animal fats/No. 6 fuel oil in these sources (ID Nos.ES-8 and ES-9).
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2. 15A NCAC 2D .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9) 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.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions 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.2.a above, the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural
gas/saleable animal fats in these sources(ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9).
d. The maximum sulfur content of any No. 6 fuel oil received and burned in these sources (ID Nos.
ES-8 and ES-9) shall not exceed 2.1 percent by weight. The Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516 if the sulfur content of the fuel oil exceeds this limit.
e. To assure compliance, 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
certification shall be recorded in a logbook(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 reporting period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516 if the sulfur content
of the oil is not monitored and recorded.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. No reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas/saleable
animal fats in these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9).
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the fuel oil supplier certifications 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.
3. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9) 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.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions 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 2D .0521.
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Monitoring/RecordkeepinS [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural
gas/saleable animal fats in these sources(ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9).
d. To assure compliance, once a week while firing No. 6 fuel oil the Permittee shall observe the
emission points of these sources(ID Nos.ES-8 and ES-9)for any visible emissions above
normal. The weekly observation must be made for each week of the calendar year period to
ensure compliance with this requirement. If visible emissions from these 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 2D .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 2D
.0521.
e. The results 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 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 noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521 if these records are
not maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. No reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas/saleable animal fats in
these sources(ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9).
g. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the 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.
4. 15A NCAC 2Q .0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS
for 15A NCAC 2D.0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to avoid applicability of 15A NCAC 2D .0530(g) for major sources and major
modifications,these sources (ID Nos.ES-8 and ES-9) shall discharge into the atmosphere less
than the following aggregate totals from the combustion of all fuels,per consecutive 12-month
period:
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Pollutant Actual 2-Year De minimus level PSD limit
Average (tpy) (tpy)
(t
PM 16.2 25 41
PM10 13.15 15 28
Sulfur dioxide 174.65 40 215
VOCs 0.37 40 40
Carbon monoxide 6.13 100 106
Nitrogen oxides 1 67.4 1 40 107
b. The Permittee shall operate the packed tower scrubber(ID No. CD-IOF) at all times while firing
No. 6 fuel oil in these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9).
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General
Condition JJ. If the results of this test are above the limits given in Section 2.1 A.4.a above,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The use of No. 6 fuel oil in these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9) shall be limited such that
sulfur dioxide emissions, as calculated by the following formula, are less than 215 tons for any
12-month period:
Total actual pounds sulfur dioxide emitted=
(X)(157S pounds sulfur dioxide)(1-70%control efficiency)/1000 gallons
Where: X is the amount of No. 6 fuel oil combusted in both sources in gallons
S is the percent sulfur by weight in the No. 6 fuel oil
Calculations of the sulfur dioxide emissions per month shall be made at the end of each month
and shall be recorded monthly in a logbook(written or electronic format). The Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these records are not maintained or if the
sulfur dioxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.1 A.4.a above.
e. The use of fuels in these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9) shall be limited such that carbon
monoxide emissions are less than 106 tons for any 12-month period. Calculations of carbon
monoxide emissions shall be made using AP-42 emission factors for the emissions from fuel oil
and natural gas combustion and 0.0170 pounds per million Btu for the emissions from saleable
animal fat combustion. Calculations of the carbon monoxide emissions per month shall be made
at the end of each month and shall be recorded monthly in a logbook(written or electronic
format). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these
records are not maintained or if the carbon monoxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.1
A.4.a above.
f. Monthly records shall be kept in a logbook(written or electronic format)of the amount of each
fuel combusted. Records shall be kept in a logbook(written or electronic format) of all times that
No. 6 fuel oil is combusted in these sources (ID Nos. ES-8 and ES-9),including verification that
packed tower scrubber(ID No. CD-IOF)was operated while No. 6 fuel oil was used. The
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these records are not
maintained.
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Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
g. 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. 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.
ii. the monthly quantities of natural gas, saleable animal fats, and No. 6 fuel oil consumed for
the previous 17 months.
iii. the average sulfur content of the fuel oil.
iv. the monthly carbon monoxide emissions from the previous 17 months. The emissions must
be calculated for each of the 12-month periods over the previous 17 months.
5. 15A NCAC 2D .1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
For these sources(ID Nos.ES-8 and ES-9),the Permittee shall comply with all applicable
provisions, including the notification,testing, and monitoring requirements contained in
Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .I 111, "Maximum Achievable
Control Technology"as promulgated in 40 CFR 63, Subpart JJJJJJ, "National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants for Area Sources: Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional Boilers,"
including Subpart A"General Provisions."
Compliance Dates (40 CFR 63.11196 and 40 CFR 63.112100))
a. The Permittee shall achieve compliance with the tune-up management practice standard and the
energy assessment requirements no later than March 21,2014. The Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .I I I I if these compliance dates are not met.
Compliance Requirements
b. As required by 15A NCAC 2D .I 111,the Permittee shall comply with the following
requirements:
i. General Duty Clause(40 CFR 63.11205(a))—At all times the Permittee shall operate and
maintain any affected source, including associated air pollution control equipment and
monitoring equipment, in a manner consistent with safety and good air pollution control
practices for minimizing emissions.
ii. Boiler Tune-up(40 CFR 63.11223)—An initial boiler tune-up is required by March 21,
2014. A biennial tune-up is also required and shall be conducted no more than 25 months
after the previous tune-up. If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up, the
tune-up must be conducted within 30 days of startup. The tune-up shall include the
following:
A) As applicable, inspect the burner, and clean or replace any components of the burner as
necessary(the Permittee may delay the burner inspection until the next scheduled unit
shutdown,but must inspect each burner at least once every 36 months).
B) Inspect the flame pattern, as applicable, and adjust the burner as necessary to optimize the
flame pattern. The adjustment should be consistent with the manufacturer's
specifications, if available.
C) Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio, as applicable,and ensure that it is
correctly calibrated and functioning properly.
D) Optimize total emissions of carbon monoxide. This optimization should be consistent
with the manufacturer's specifications, if available.
E) Measure the concentrations in the effluent stream of carbon monoxide in parts per
million,by volume, and oxygen in volume percent, before and after the adjustments are
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made(measurements may be either on a dry or wet basis, as long as it is the same basis
before and after the adjustments are made.
F) Maintain onsite a biennial report(see Section 2.1.A.5.c.below)containing:
1) The concentrations of CO in the effluent stream in parts per million,by volume, and
oxygen in volume percent,measured before and after the tune-up of the boiler.
2) A description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the tune-up of the boiler.
3) The type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the biennial tune-up of
the boiler.
iii. Energy Assessment (40 CFR 63.11201(b)and Table 2 of 40 CFR 63 Subpart JJJJJJ)
A) A one-time initial energy assessment is required by March 21,2014. The energy
assessment must include:
1) A visual inspection of the boiler system.
2) An evaluation of operating characteristics of the facility, specifications of energy
using systems, operating and maintenance procedures,and unusual operating
constraints.
3) Inventory of major systems consuming energy from affected boilers.
4) A review of available architectural and engineering plans, facility operation and
maintenance procedures and logs, and fuel usage.
5) A list of major energy conservation measures.
6) A list of the energy savings potential of the energy conservation measures identified.
7) A comprehensive report detailing the ways to improve efficiency,the cost of
specific improvements,benefits,and the time frame for recouping those investments.
B) An energy assessment completed on or after January 1,2008 that meets or is amended to
meet the energy assessment requirements in Table 2 of Subpart JJJJJJ satisfies the energy
assessment requirement.
C) A facility that operates under an energy management program established through energy
management systems compatible with ISO 50001, which includes the affected units, also
satisfies the energy assessment requirement.
D) The energy assessment must be performed by a qualified energy assessor. Energy
assessor approval and qualification requirements are waived in instances where past or
amended energy assessments are used to meet the energy assessment requirements.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.1111 if the requirements
in Section 2.1.A.5.b are not met.
Recordkeening Requirements
c. In addition to any other recordkeeping requirements of the EPA, the Permittee shall maintain the
following records as defined under 40 CFR 63.11225(c):
i. Copies of all required notifications.
ii. Maintain records to document conformance with the work practices, emission reduction
measures,and management practices:
A) Tune-up records-records must identify each boiler,the date of tune-up,the procedures
followed for tune-up, and the manufacturer's specifications to which the boiler was
tuned.
B) A copy the Energy Assessment required by 40 CFR 63.11214(c).
C) Records documenting the fuel type(s) used monthly by each boiler, including, but not
limited to, a description of the fuel, including whether the fuel has received a nonwaste
determination by the Permittee or EPA, and the total fuel usage amount with units. If the
Permittee combusts nonhazardous secondary materials that have been determined not to
be solid waste pursuant to 40 CFR 241.3(b)(1),the Permittee must keep a record which
documents how the secondary material meets each of the legitimacy criteria. The records
may be annual, monthly, or periodic, depending on fuel delivery frequencies.
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iii. Malfunction Records -Records of the occurrence and duration of each malfunction of the
boiler, or of the associated air pollution control and monitoring equipment. Records of
actions taken during periods of malfunction to minimize emissions in accordance with the
general duty to minimize emissions in 40 CFR 63.11205(a), including corrective actions to
restore the malfunctioning boiler,air pollution control, or monitoring equipment to its normal
or usual manner of operation.
iv. Record Retention—The Permittee shall keep each record for 5 years following the date of
each recorded action.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1111 if the recordkeeping
requirements in Section 2.1.A.5.c. are not met.
Notification and Reporting Requirements
d. In addition to the notification and reporting requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA),the Permittee is required to NOTIFY the Regional Supervisor,DAQ, in WRITING, of the
following:
i. Initial Notification(per 40 CFR 63.9(b)and 40 CFR 63.11225(a)(2))was submitted on
September 20,2011.
ii. Notification of Compliance Status (40 CFR 63.11225(a)(4))is required no later than 120 days
after the applicable compliance date specified in 40 CFR 63.11196. The Notification of
Compliance Status must include the information and certification(s)of compliance in
paragraphs 40 CFR 63.11225(a)(4)(i)through(v), as applicable,and must be signed by a
responsible official.
iii. Biennial Compliance Report(40 CFR 63.11225(b))A compliance certification report must be
prepared by March 1 every other year, starting March 1,2015. The compliance certification
report must contain the information specified in paragraphs 40 CFR 63.11225(b)(1)through
(4)and must be submitted upon request. The report must be submitted by March 15 if the
Permittee had any instance described by paragraph(b)(3) of 40 CFR 63.11225.
B. Two natural gas-fired temporary,back-up boilers (ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described
above:
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
Particulate Natural gas-fired temporary,back-up boiler(ID No.ES-23) 15A NCAC 2D .0503
Matter only:
0.25 pounds per million Btu heat input
Natural gas-fired temporary,back-up boiler(ID No.ES-24)
only:
0.23 pounds per million Btu heat input
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input each 15A NCAC 2D .0516
Visible 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 213 .0521
Emissions
-- Monthly recordkeeping requirement,only 15A NCAC 2D .0524
(40 CFR 60, Sub art Dc)
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1. 15A NCAC 2D .0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT
EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas in this source(H)No. ES-23)
that are discharged into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.25 pounds per million Btu heat input.
b. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas in this source (H)Nos. ES-24)
that are discharged into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.23 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. If emissions 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 Sections 2.1 B.l.a and b.
above, the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of
natural gas in these sources (ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24).
2. 15A NCAC 2D .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these sources(ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24) 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.
Testing [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions 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 B.2.a above, the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of
natural gas in these sources (ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24).
3. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources (ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24) 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.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions 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 B.3.a above, the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural
gas in these sources(ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24).
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4. 15A NCAC 2D.0524: NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
a. A temporary,back-up boiler(ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24)that meets the criteria listed below is an
affected source under the"New Source Performance Standards"(NSPS)as promulgated in 40
CFR Part 60 Subpart Dc,"Standards of Performance for Small Industrial-Commercial-
Institutional Steam Generating Units," including Subpart A"General Provisions:"
i. the boiler was constructed,reconstructed, or modified after June 9, 1989; and
ii. the boiler has a maximum heat input capacity equal to or greater than 10 million Btu per hour
but less than or equal to 100 million Btu per hour.
For Subpart Dc-affected boilers,the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,
including the notification,testing, recordkeeping, and monitoring requirements contained in
Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .0524.
b. The Permittee shall not operate either temporary, back-up boiler(ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24)
with a maximum heat input capacity of 90 million Btu per hour or greater.
c. The Permittee is only permitted to fire natural gas in each temporary,back-up boiler(ID Nos.
ES-23 and ES-24).
Notifications [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall submit a written initial notification of the date of actual,initial startup of each
NSPS-affected temporary,back-up boiler(ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24)within 15 days of such
date. The notification shall be submitted to the Regional Supervisor.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. Each calendar month, the Permittee shall record the total quantity of each fuel fired in each
NSPS-affected temporary,back-up boiler(ID Nos. ES-23 and ES-24) during the previous
calendar month. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0524 if
the records are not maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
f. No reporting is required from the combustion of natural gas in these sources(ID Nos.ES-23 and
ES-24).
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2.2 - Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. Facility Wide Affected Sources
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D .0539: ODOR CONTROL OF FEED INGREDIENT MANUFACTURING
PLANTS
a. The requirements of this Rule apply to any facility that produces feed-grade animal proteins or
feed-grade animal fats and oils, except for any portions that are engaged exclusively in the
processing of food for human consumption.
i. Control Device Requirement—The Permittee shall not allow, cause, or permit the operation
of any device, machine, equipment, or other contrivance unless all gases, vapors, and gas-
entrained effluents from these processes are passed through condensers to remove all steam
and other condensable materials. All noncondensible gases passing through the condensers
shall be incinerated at 1200 degrees Fahrenheit for a period of not less than 0.3 seconds, or
treated in an equally effective manner.
ii. Measurement and Recording Requirements—The Permittee processing or incinerating gases,
vapors, or gas-entrained matter as required by Section 2.2 A.La above shall install, operate,
calibrate, and maintain in good working order continuous operating parameter measuring and
recording devices to document equipment operation in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0539. In addition,the Permittee shall follow an approved quality assurance program for all
monitoring devices and systems, including:
A) procedures and frequencies for calibration,
B) standards traceability,
C) operational checks,
D) maintenance schedules and procedures,
E) auditing schedules and procedures, and
F) data validation.
iii. Expeller Requirement—The Permittee shall not allow, cause, or permit the installation or
operation of expeller units unless they are properly hooded and all exhaust gases are collected
or ducted to odor control equipment.
iv. Handling Transport, and Storage Requirement—The Permittee shall not cause or permit any
raw material to be handled,transported, or stored, or to undertake the preparation of any raw
material without taking reasonable precautions to prevent odors from being discharged. Such
raw material is in "storage"after it has been unloaded at the facility or after it has been
located at the facility for at least 24 hours. Reasonable precautions shall include the
following:
A) storage of all raw material before or in the process of preparation, in properly enclosed
and vented equipment or areas, together with the use of effective devices and methods to
prevent the discharge of odor bearing gases;
B) use of covered vehicles or containers of watertight construction for the handling and
transporting of any raw material; and
C) use of hoods and fans to enclose and vent the storage, handling,preparation, and
conveying of any odorous materials together with effective devices or methods, or both,
to prevent emissions of odor bearing gases.
In order to avoid the storage restrictions above,the Permittee shall process each load within
24-hours of receipt. To ensure that no raw material is in "storage,"the Permittee shall track
time of receipt and time of unloading of each shipment. The Permittee shall keep these
records in a logbook(written or electronic format) onsite and make the logbook available to
an authorized DAQ representative upon request.
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v. Notification of Release of Excessive and Malodorous Gases and Vapors—The Permittee shall
notify the Regional Air Quality Supervisor of the appropriate regional office within two
business days after conditions are encountered that cause or may cause release of excessive
and malodorous gases or vapors.
vi. Compliance Statement—The Permittee shall continue to operate in compliance as described
in the compliance determination submitted on December 13, 1996 pursuant to 15A NCAC
2D .0539(h)(1). The Division of Air Quality may request additional information at a later
date upon further review of the compliance determination.
Monitoring
b. Odorous emissions shall be controlled, individually or in combination, by a cross flow scrubber
(ID No. CD-10D), a venturi wet scrubber(ID No. CD-10E), and a packed bed scrubber(ID No.
CD-10F). To ensure that optimum control efficiency is maintained,the Permittee shall perform
inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer and quality assurance
program. In addition to the manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations,or if
there are no manufacturer's inspection and maintenance recommendations, as a minimum,the
inspection and maintenance requirement shall include:
i. Semi-annual inspection of spray nozzles to detect clogging or corrosion damage of nozzles
and perform maintenance and repair when necessary to assure proper operation of the cross
flow scrubber(ID No.CD-10D);
ii. semi-annual external inspection of the cross flow scrubber(ID No. CD-10D),the venturi wet
scrubber(ID No. CD-10E), and the packed bed scrubber(ID No. CD-10F) for structural
integrity;
iii. weekly clean out of the packed bed scrubber(ID No.CD-10F); and
iv. monthly inspection, cleaning, and calibration of all associated instrumentation.
c. In addition to the inspection and maintenance activities described above, the Permittee shall:
i. install, operate, and maintain a liquid flow meter on the cross flow scrubber(ID No. CD-
10D). The liquid flow rate into each stage of the cross flow scrubber(ID No. CD-10D) shall
be no less than 500 gallons per minute of water or water and additives.
ii. use a scrubbing binder in the cross flow and packed bed scrubbers(ID Nos. CD-10D and
CD-10F)daily from March 1 through September 30 of each year.
iii. Add scrubbing binder weekly with each water flush.
Recordkeepin�
d. The results of inspection and maintenance performed on the scrubbers(ID Nos. CD-10D,CD-
10E, and CD-10F) 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 inspection as specified in Section 2.2.A.Lb;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the scrubbers; and
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations, if any, and corrections made.
e. The results of operation and monitoring activities specified in Section 2.2.A.1.c on the scrubbers
(ID Nos. CD-10D,CD-10E,and CD-10F)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 liquid flow rate of the cross flow scrubber(ID No.CD-10D)once daily at a minimum;
ii. the date scrubbing binder is added to the cross flow and packed bed scrubbers(ID Nos. CD-
10D and CD-10F).
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Reporting
f. Within 30 days per a request from the DAQ,the Permittee shall submit a summary report of any
maintenance performed on the scrubbers (ID Nos.CD-10D,CD-10E,and CD-10F).
g. 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.
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SECTION 3-GENERAL CONDITIONS(version 3.6 01/31/12)
This section describes terns and conditions applicable to this Title V facility.
A. General Provisions [NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(16)]
1. Terms not otherwise defined in this permit shall have the meaning assigned to such terms as defined
in 15A NCAC 2D and 2Q.
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 Pe -nittee 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 2Q .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 Environment and Natural Resources upon request.
C. Severability Clause [15A NCAC 2Q .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 [15A NCAC 2Q .0507(e)and 2Q .0508(1)(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
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All submittals shall include the facility name and Facility ID number(refer to the cover page of this
permit).
E. Duty to Comply [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(1)(2)]
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 2Q .0514]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an administrative permit amendment in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2Q .0514.
2. Transfer in Ownership or Operation and Application Submittal Content [15A NCAC 2Q .0524 and
2Q .0505]
The Permittee shall submit an application for an ownership change in accordance with 15A NCAC
2Q.0524 and 2Q .0505.
3. Minor Permit Modifications [15A NCAC 2Q .0515]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a minor permit modification in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2Q .0515.
4. Significant Permit Modifications [15A NCAC 2Q .0516]
The Permittee shall submit an application for a significant permit modification in accordance with
15A NCAC 2Q .0516.
5. Reopening for Cause [15A NCAC 2Q .0517]
The Permittee shall submit an application for reopening for cause in accordance with 15A NCAC
2Q .0517.
H. Changes 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 2Q .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.
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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;
ill. 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 2Q .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.
4. Emissions Trading[15A NCAC 2Q .0523(c)]
To the extent that emissions trading is allowed under 15A NCAC 2D, including subsequently
adopted maximum achievable control technology standards,emissions trading shall be allowed
without permit revision pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0523(c).
I.A.Reporting Requirements for Excess Emissions and Permit Deviations
[15A NCAC 2D .0535(f)and 2Q .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 21); or by a permit
condition; or that exceeds an emission limit established in a permit issued under 15A NCAC 2Q .0700.
(Note:Definitions of excess emissions under 2D.I 110 and 2D.II II 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 2D.0524),NESHAPS
(15A NCAC 2D .1110 or.1111),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 2D .0524),NESHAPS (15A NCAC 2D .1110 or
.1111), or these rules do NOT define "excess emissions,"the Permittee shall report excess
emissions in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .0535 as follows:
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .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
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iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described
in 15A NCAC 2D.0535(f)(3).
Permit Deviations
3. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)(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 2D .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.
I.B.Other Requirements under 15A NCAC 2D.0535
The Permittee shall comply with all other applicable requirements contained in 15A NCAC 2D.0535,
including 15A NCAC 2D.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 2D.0535(c)(1)through
(7)•
2. 15A NCAC 2D.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. Emergency 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,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 [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(e)and 2Q .0513(b)]
This 15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .0500 renewal application is submitted at least nine months before the date of permit
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expiration. If the Permittee or applicant has complied with 15A NCAC 2Q .0512(b)(1), this 15A
NCAC 2Q .0500 permit shall not expire until the renewal permit has been issued or denied. Permit
expiration under 15A NCAC 2Q .0400 terminates the facility's right to operate unless a complete 15A
NCAC 2Q .0400 renewal application is submitted at least six months before the date of permit
expiration for facilities subject to 15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .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 2Q .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 [15A NCAC 2Q .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 [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)and 2Q .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 [15A NCAC 2Q .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 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.
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Q. Certification by Responsible Official [15A NCAC 2Q .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 Requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .0523.
4. A permit shield does not extend to minor permit modifications made under 15A NCAC 2Q .0515.
S. Termination,Modification, and Revocation of the Permit [15A NCAC 2Q .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 21 B.
T. Insignificant Activities [15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .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 2Q .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;
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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.
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 2Q .0508(i)(10)]
1. The Permittee shall pay all fees in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0200.
2. Payment of fees may be by check or money order made payable to the N.C.Department of
Environment and Natural Resources. 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 2Q .0519.
X. Annual Emission Inventory Requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .0207]
The Permittee shall report by June 30 of each year the actual emissions of each air pollutant listed in
15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .0107 and 2Q.0508(i)(9)]
Whenever the Permittee submits information under a claim of confidentiality pursuant to 15A NCAC
2Q .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 2Q .0107.
Z. Construction and Operation Permits [15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .0100
and.0300.
AA. Standard Application Form and Required Information [15A NCAC 2Q .0505 and.0507]
The Permittee shall submit applications and required information in accordance with the provisions of
15A NCAC 2Q .0505 and .0507.
BB.Financial Responsibility and Compliance History [15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q
.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,
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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 2Q .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 Permittee 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.
FF. Title IV Allowances [15ANCAC 2Q .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 2D .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 2D
.0300.
HH. Registration of Air Pollution Sources [15A NCAC 2D.0200]
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 2D .0202(b).
11. Ambient Air Quality Standards [15A NCAC 2D .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 2D .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 2Q .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 2D.
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 2D.2600 and follow the procedures outlined below:
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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:
(1) 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.
(2)Prescribe alternate test procedures on an individual basis when he finds that the
alternative method is necessary to secure more reliable test data.
(3)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 2D .2600 has
precedence over all other tests.
KK.Reopening for Cause [15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .0513(c).
3. Except for the state-enforceable only portion of the permit,the procedures set out in 15A NCAC 2Q
.0507, .0521,or.0522 shall be followed to reissue the permit. If the State-enforceable only portion
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of the permit is reopened,the procedures in 15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .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 2D .0540] -STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
As required by 15A NCAC 2D .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 2D .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 2Q.0501 and.0523]
1. For modifications made pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .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 2Q .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 2Q
.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 "E5" 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 2Q .0521, .0522 and .0525(7)]
For permits modifications subject to 45-day review by the federal Environment 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 2Q .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
DENR Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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
NESHAPS 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
SOZ Sulfur Dioxide
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound