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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 26, 2014
Mr. Phillip P. Tarsovich
President
Slurry Pavers, Inc.
1277 Mountain Road
Glen Allen, VA 23060
Dear Mr. Tarsovich:
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 0005 6T 18
Facility ID: 1600074
Slurry Pavers, Inc.
Morehead City, North Carolina
Carteret County
Fee Class: Title V
In accordance with your request for renewal of your Title V permit received on October 10,
2012, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No. 00056T17 to Slurry Pavers, Inc., 107 Arendell
Street,Morehead City, 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 conditions of the attached
permit that are applicable to that particular emission source.
1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,Notth Carolina 27699-1641
Phone:919-707-8400\Internet:www.ncdenr.gov
An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer—Made in part with recycled paper
Mr. Tarsovich
June 26, 2014
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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) l 50B-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.
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 cormnencing 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.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from June 26,2014 until May 31, 2019 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 Brian Bland at(919) 707-
8732.
Sincerely yours,
William D. Willets,P. E., Chief,Permitting Section
Division of Air Quality,NCDENR
Enclosure
c: Wilmington Regional Office
Central Files
Heather Ceron, EPA Region 4 (electronic copy only)
Attachment to Air Permit 00056T18
List of Insignificant Activities under 15A NCAC 2Q.0503(8)
Emission Source I.D. Emission Source Description
I-ARD Asphalt Road dust
I-EU-1.4 0.8 MMBtu/hr burner
I-EU-3.1 450 gallon capacity recycle asphalt tank
I-EU-3.2 1500 gallon capacity recycle asphalt tank
I-EU-6.1 Storage tank#5A
I-EU-6.3 Storage tank 48
I-EU-6.4 Storage tank#25
I-PS-1 Pouring System
I-ST-35 Storage tank#35
I-ST-36 Fuel oil storage tank#36(75,000 gallon storage capacity)
I-US-1 Unloading system
I-WRT-1 Water reclamation tank
Attachment to Air Permit 00056T18
The following table lists all modifications associated with this permit action:
Page(s) Section Description of Change(s)
Attachment Insignificant Activities +Remove tank burner#6 (ID No. I-EU-1.6),tank burner
#16 (ID No.I-EU-1.7)and storage tank#9 (ID No. I-EU-
6.2)
All All +Update dates and permit revision number
3 Permitted Items +Remove No. 3 preheater(ID No. EU 1.3)
+Remove No. 4 preheater(ID No. EU 1.5)
+Remove three(Nos. 1, 2 and 3) converters(ID Nos.EU
4.1, 4.2 and 4.3)and associated thermal oxidizer/preheater
(ID No. TO 001)
+Remove 15A NCAC 2Q .0501(c)(2)footnote language
associated with ID Nos. EU 1.5 and EU 4.3
4-6 2.1 A +Remove No. 3 preheater(ID No. EU 1.3) and No. 4
preheater(ID No. EU 1.5)from Section 2.1 A
4-11 "Testing"paragraphs +Update testing paragraphs to refer solely to General
Condition JJ and header citations to 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)
6-11 "15A NCAC 2D .0521" +Update 15A NCAC 2D .0521 monitoring paragraphs to
paragraphs refer solely to 15A NCAC 2D .2610 instead of 15A NCAC
2D .2601
7 2.1 A. 4 +Add GACT JJJJJJ avoidance condition to boiler ID No.
EU 1.1
9-14(T 17) 2.1 C (T 17) +Remove this entire section consisting of three (Nos. 1, 2
and 3) converters(ID Nos.EU 4.1, 4.2 and 4.3) and
associated thermal oxidizer/preheater(ID No. TO 001).
12 2.2 A.I +Remove"and whose emissions of VOC are greater than
15 pounds per day"to reflect the current 15A NCAC 2D
.0900 rules
13 2.2 A.3 +Remove No. 3 preheater(ID No. EU 1.3),No. 4 preheater
(ID No. EU 1.5),thermal oxidizer/preheater(ID No. TO
001) and Nos. 1, 2 and 3 converters(ID Nos. EU 4.1, 4.2
and 4.3) from Section 2.2 A.3
15-end 3 1 +Update General Conditions to version 3.6
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment • •
and Natural Resources ,.��,
Division of Air Quality NCDENR
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No. Effective Date Ex iration Date
00056T18 00056T17 June 26,2014 1 May 31,2019
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 21)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: Slurry Pavers, Inc.
Facility ID: 1600074
Facility Site Location: 107 Arendell Street
City, County,State,Zip: Morehead City, Carteret County,North Carolina 28557
Mailing Address: 107 Arendell Street
City,State,Zip: Morehead City,North Carolina 28557
Application Number: 1600074.12A
Complete Application Date: April 1,2014
Primary SIC Codes: 2951,2952
Division of Air Quality, Wilmington Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington,North Carolina 28405
Permit issued this the 26`h day of June, 2014
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 Sources Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements,testing,monitoring,record keeping, and reporting requirements)
2.2-Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
(Including specific requirements,testing,monitoring,record keeping, and reporting requirements)
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
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SECTION 1 - 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:
Emission Emission Source Description Control Devicel Control Device Description
Source ID No. ID No.
Emission Unit Group 1 No.EU 1
EU 1.1 One natural gas/cutter stock/Nos.2,4,5,or 6 fuel NA NA
oil-fired boiler(20.9 million Btu per hour maximum
heat input capacity)
Emission Unit Group 2 No.EU 2
EU 2.1 through Four storage tank(Nos. 1 through 4) NA NA
EU 2.4
EU 2.5 and EU Two storage tanks(Nos. 6 and 7) F 001 Fiber bed filter
2.6 (12 square feet of filter area)
EU 2.7 through Three storage tanks(Nos. 10, 15 and 16) F 002 Fiber bed filter
EU 2.9 (12 square feet of filter area)
EU 2.10 Six storage tanks(Nos. 18 through 23) NA NA
through EU
2.15
EU 2.17 and Two storage tanks(Nos. 33 and 34) F 003 Fiber bed filter
EU 2.18 (12 square feet of filter area)
Emission Unit Group 5 No.EU 5
EU 5.1 and Two loading racks(East and West) F 004 Fiber filter bed
EU 5.2 (75 square feet of filter area)
EU 5.3 Railcar Loading Rack West NA NA
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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,record keeping, and
reporting requirements as specified herein:
A. Boiler fID No. EU 1.1)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards,":::.::::.. A` licabl6 Re ulation
Particulate Matter 0.41 lb/million Btu 15A NCAC 2D.0503
Sulfur Dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
Volatile organic compounds See Section 2.2 A.1 15A NCAC 2D .0958
Odors State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
See Section 2.2 A.2
Sulfur Dioxide See Section 2.2 A.3 15A NCAC 2Q.0317
(PSD Avoidance
Hazardous Air Pollutants See Section 2.2 AA 15A NCAC 2Q.0317
(MACT Avoidance)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas,cutter stock,Nos.2,4,5, or 6 fuel oil,
that are discharged from this source(ID No.EU 1.1)shall not exceed 0.41 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 exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 A.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0503.
Monitorin2/Recordkeepin2/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas,
cutter stock,Nos.2,4,5, or 6 fuel oil in this source(II)No.EU 1.1).
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from this source(ID No.EU 1.1)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.
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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 A.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
c. Cutter stock sulfur content testing shall be performed on-site in accordance with ASTM method D-4294 or
shall be determined and certified by an off-site independent laboratory using an approved test method. The
sulfur content testing shall be completed with an X-ray Sulfur Meter. The calibration of the testing meter
shall be completed using the manufacturer's specifications. The sampling and testing requirements shall
include the following:
i. The cutter stock stored in Tank No.25 (ID No.EU 6.4)or Tank No.36(ID No.EU 6.5)shall be
sampled from the tank sampling valve and tested each day that cutter stock is transferred out of either
tank for combustion.
If the results of any tests(on-site by the Permittee and the off-site by the independent laboratory)are above
the sulfur content limit given in Section 2.1 A.2.e below,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas and No.
2 fuel oil in this source(ID No.EU 1.1).
e. The maximum sulfur content of any cutter stock,Nos.4,5,or 6 fuel oil received and burned in this source
(ID No.EU 1.1)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 exceeds this limit.
f To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content of the Nos.4, 5 or 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 logbook(written or electronic format)on a quarterly basis and shall 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 Nos.4,5,or 6 fuel oil fired during the period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0516 if the sulfur content of the fuel
oil is not monitored and recorded.
g. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall monitor the sulfur content of the cutter stock by using the on-site
testing results per the procedure described in Section 2.1 A.2.c above or by having an off-site independent
laboratory determine and certify the sulfur content using an approved test method. The results of both the
on-site and off-site testing shall be recorded in a logbook(written or electronic format)and shall include the
following information:
i. date of samples obtained and tested from Tank No.25 or Tank No.36;
ii. the maximum sulfur content of the cutter stock combusted during the quarter;
iii, a certified statement signed by the responsible official that the records of cutter stock on-site and off-
site testing submitted represent all of the cutter stock fired during the period.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0516 if the sulfur content of the
cutter stock is not monitored and recorded.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
h. No reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural gas and No. 2 fuel oil in this
source(ID No.EU 1.1).
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i. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the Nos.4,5,or 6 fuel oil supplier certifications and on-site
cutter stock testing results 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 this source(ID No.EU 1.1)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 exceed the limit given in Section 2.1 A.3.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas or No.2 fuel
oil in this source(ID No.EU 1.1).
d. To assure compliance, once a month while firing cutter stock/Nos.4, 5, or 6 fuel oil,the Permittee shall
observe the emission points of this source(ID No.EU 1.1)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 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 or No.2 fuel oil in this source
(ID No. EU 1.1).
g. The Permittee shall submit 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.
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4. 15A NCAC 2Q. 0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCAC 2D.1111,40 CFR Part 63,Subpart
JJJJJJ,"National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Industrial,Commercial,and
Institutional Boilers at Area Sources"
a. In order to avoid the applicability of 40 CFR 63 Subpart JJJJJJ,"Industrial, Commercial,and Institutional
Boilers Area Sources,"the Permittee shall operate the emission source(ID No.EU 1.1)as follows:
i. Gaseous-fuels are not combined with any solid fuels.
ii. Liquid fuels are burned only during periods of gas curtailment,gas supply interruption,startups, or
periodic testing on liquid fuel.
iii. Periodic testing of liquid fuel shall not exceed a combined total of 48 hours during any calendar year.
140 CFR 63.11195(e), 63.11237]
Definitions and Nomenclature
b. For the purposes of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR
63.11237 shall apply.
Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q 0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain, and make available upon request,the following records:
i. types of fuels combusted during periods of gas curtailment,gas supply interruption,and startups;
ii. date and duration of periods of gas curtailment,gas supply interruption and startups;and
iii. date and duration of periods of testing with liquid fuel.
If the Permittee :
i. fails to keep the above records;
ii. combusts any solid fuels;
iii. burns liquid fuels outside the periods indicated in condition a.ii.above or
iv. tests the source burning liquid fuel for longer than 48 hours during any calendar year;
the Permittee shall be deemed in non-compliance with 15A NCAC 21).1111.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q 0508(f)]
d. No reporting is required.
B. Emission Unit Group 2 (ID No. EU 2), including:
Storage Tank#1 (ID EU 2.1)
Storage Tank#2 (ID EU 2.2)
Storage Tank#3 (ID No. EU 2.3)
Storage Tank#4 (ID No. EU 2.4)
Storage Tank#6 (ID No. EU 2.5)
Storage Tank#7 (ID No. EU 2.6)
with associated fiber bed filter (ID No. F 001)
Storage Tank#10 (ID No. EU 2.7)
Storage Tank#15 (ID No. EU 2.8)
Storage Tank#16 (ID No. EU 2.9)
with associated fiber bed filter (ID No. F 002)
Storage Tank#18 (ID No. EU 2.10)
Storage Tank#19 (ID No. EU 2.11)
Storage Tank#20 (ID No. EU 2.12)
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Storage Tank 921 (ID No. EU 2.13)
Storage Tank 922 (ID No. EU 2.14)
Storage Tank 923 (ID No. EU 2.15)
Storage Tank 933 (ID No. EU 2.17)
Storage Tank 934 (ID No. EU 2.18)
with associated fiber bed filter (ID No. F 003)
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Re ulation
Particulate Matter (For process rates up to 30 tons per hour) 15A NCAC 2D .0515
E=4.1OxPo.61
(For process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
E=55.0xPo.u-40
Where: E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
Volatile Organic See Section 2.2.A.1 15A NCAC 2D .0958
Compounds
Odors State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
See Section 2.2.A.2
Hazardous Air Pollutants See Section 2.2.A.4 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
(MACT Avoidance)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources(ID Nos.EU 2.1 through EU 2.15,EU 2.17,and EU
2.18)shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equations:
(For process rates up to 30 tons per hour)
E=4.1OxPo.61
(For process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
E=55.0 x P"-"—40
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.
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 limits given in Section 2.1 B.La above,the Permittee shall be deemed
in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain production records such that the process rates"P"in tons per hour,as
specified by the formulas contained above can be derived,and shall make these records available to a DAQ
authorized representative upon request. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
2D.0515 if the production records are not maintained or the types of materials and finishes are not
monitored.
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d. The Permittee shall take all reasonable precautions with any operation,process,handling,transportation, or
storage facilities to prevent fugitive emissions from becoming airborne.
e. No reporting is required for particulate matter from these sources(ID Nos.EU 2.1 through EU 2.15,EU
2.17,and EU 2.18).
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible Emission from these sources(ID Nos.EU 2.1 through EU 2.15,EU 2.17,and EU 2.18)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 the 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 .0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance, once a month the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources(ID
Nos.EU 2.1 through EU 2.15,EU 2.17,and EU 2.18)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 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 B.2.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.
d. 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)]
e. The Permittee shall submit 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.
C. Emission Unit Group 5 (EU 5) including:
Loading Rack East (ID No. EU 5.1)
Loading Rack West (ID No.EU 5.2)
with associated fiber bed filter(ID No.F 004)
Railcar Loading Rack West(ID No. EU 5.3)
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The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission sources described above:
Re ulated Pollutant Limits/Standards A licable Re elation
Particulate Matter (For process rates up to 30 tons per hour) 15A NCAC 213.0515
E=4.10xPo."
(For process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
E=55.0xPo'11-40
Where: E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Visible Emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D.0521
Volatile Organic See Section 2.2 A.1 15A NCAC 2D.0958
Compounds
Odors State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D.1806
See Section 2.2 A.2
Hazardous Air Pollutants See Section 2.2 A.4 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
(MALT Avoidance)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515:PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from these sources(ID Nos.EU 5.1,EU 5.2,and EU 5.3) shall not exceed
an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following equations:
(For process rates up to 30 tons per hour)
E=4.10xPo-"
(For process rates greater than 30 tons per hour)
E=55.0xPo11-40
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 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with and General Condition JJ.
If the results of this test are above the limits given in Section 2.1 C.La above for particulate matter,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
Monitoring/Recordkeepin2/Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(fl]
c. The Permittee shall maintain production records such that the process rates"P"in tons per hour,as
specified by the formulas contained above can be derived,and shall make these records available to a DAQ
authorized representative upon request. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
2D.0515 if the production records are not maintained or the types of materials and finishes are not
monitored.
d. No reporting is required for the emissions of particulate matter from the loading racks(ID Nos.EU 5.1,EU
5.2,and EU 5.3).
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources(ID Nos.EU 5.1,EU 5.2,and EU 5.3)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.
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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 C.2.a above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeying[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,once a month the Permittee shall observe the emission points of these sources(ID
Nos.EU 5.1,EU 5.2,and EU 5.3)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 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 C.2.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.
d. 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.
Renortin [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit 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.
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2.2 - Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
A. Facility-wide affected emission sources
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards for the emission source(s)described above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Volatile Organic Compounds Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
Odors State enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D .1806
Odorous emissions must be controlled
Sulfur Dioxide Facility-wide emissions less than 250 tons per 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
consecutive 12-months period
Hazardous Air Pollutants Facility-wide emissions less than 10 tons per year of 15A NCAC 2Q .0317
any HAP and less than 25 tons per year of a
combination of HAPs
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0958: WORK PRACTICES FOR SOURCES OF VOLATILE ORGANIC
COMPOUNDS
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D.0958,for all sources that use volatile organic compounds(VOC)as solvents,
carriers,material processing media, or industrial chemical reactants, or in similar uses that mix,blend,or
manufacture VOCs,or emit VOCs as a product of chemical reactions;the Permittee shall:
i. store all material, including waste material,containing VOCs in tanks or in containers covered with a
tightly fitting lid that is free of cracks,holes,or other defects,when not in use,
ii. clean up spills of VOCs as soon as possible following proper safety procedures,
iii. store wipe rags containing VOCs in closed containers,
iv. not clean sponges,fabric,wood,paper products,and other absorbent materials with VOCs,
v. transfer solvents containing VOCs used to clean supply lines and other coating equipment into close
able containers and close such containers immediately after each use,or transfer such solvents to closed
tanks,or to a treatment facility regulated under section 402 of the Clean Water Act,
vi. clean mixing,blending,and manufacturing vats and containers containing VOCs by adding cleaning
solvent and close the vat or container before agitating the cleaning solvent. The spent cleaning solvent
shall then be transferred into a closed container,a closed tank or a treatment facility regulated under
section 402 of the Clean Water Act.
b. When cleaning parts with a solvent containing a VOC,the Permittee shall:
i. flush parts in the freeboard area,
ii. take precautions to reduce the pooling of solvent on and in the parts,
iii. tilt or rotate parts to drain solvent and allow a minimum of 15 seconds for drying or until all dripping
has stopped,whichever is longer,
iv. not fill cleaning machines above the fill line,
v. not agitate solvent to the point of causing splashing.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance with paragraphs(a)and(b)above,the Permittee shall,at a minimum,perform a
visual inspection once per month of all operations and processes utilizing VOCs. The inspections shall be
conducted during normal operations. If the required inspections are not conducted the Permittee shall be
deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0958.
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Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the inspections 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 inspection; and
ii. the results of each inspection noting whether or not noncompliant conditions were observed.
If the required records are not maintained the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 2D.0958.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit 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.
State-enforceable only
2. 15A NCAC 2D.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.
3. 15A NCAC 2Q.0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITION
for 15A NCAC 2D.0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to avoid applicability of 15A NCAC 2D .0530(g),the facility shall discharge into the atmosphere
less than 250 tons of sulfur dioxide per consecutive 12-month period.
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q.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 A.3.a the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall keep monthly records of the amount of each fuel used,sulfur content of each fuel
including certification of the fuel oils and the cutter stock, and amount of oxidized asphalt produced in a
logbook(written or in electronic format). The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 2D .0530 if the sulfur content of the fuel is not monitored.
d. The use of fuel in the combustion emission unit(ID No.EU 1.1)shall be limited such that sulfur dioxide
emissions shall not exceed 250 tons for any consecutive 12-month period on a facility-wide basis.
Calculations shall be made monthly and recorded in a log(written or in electronic format), according to the
following formula:
T= [U x 0.6(lb sulfur dioxide/million cubic feet)+V x 142(lb sulfur dioxide)/1000 gallons)x S1 +W x
150(lb sulfur dioxide)/1000 gallons)x S2+X x 157(lb sulfur dioxide)/1000 gallons)x S3 +Y x 157(lb
sulfur dioxide)/1000 gallons)x S4+Z x 157(lb sulfur dioxide)/1000 gallons)x S5 + 1.43 lbs/ton x A]/
2000
Where:
T is the total actual emissions of sulfur dioxide in pounds
U is the total amount of Natural gas used in the combustion units in cubic feet
V is the total amount of No.2 fuel oil used in combustion units in 1,000 gallons
W is the total amount of No.4 fuel oil used in combustion units in 1,000 gallons
X is the amount of cutter stock used in the combustion units in 1,000 gallons
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Y is the amount of No. 5 fuel oil used in the combustion units in 1,000 gallons
Z is the total amount of No. 6 fuel oil used in the combustion unit in 1,000 gallons
A is the total amount of oxidized asphalt produced in the converters in tons
S 1 is the percent sulfur in the No.2 fuel oil
S2 is the percent sulfur in the No.4 fuel oil
S3 is the percent sulfur in the cutter stock
S4 is the percent sulfur in the No. 5 fuel oil
S5 is the percent sulfur in the No. 6 fuel oil
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the above records are not
kept or if the sulfur dioxide emissions exceed the limit in Section 2.2 A.3.a.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a 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. 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,No.2 fuel oil,No.4 fuel oil,cutter stock,No. 5 fuel oil,and No.
6 fuel oil consumed, and amount of oxidized asphalt produced for the previous 17 months;
iii. The average sulfur contents for No.2 fuel oil,No.4 fuel oil,cutter stock,No. 5 fuel oil, and No. 6 fuel
oil.
All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
4. 15A NCAC 2Q.0317: AVOIDANCE CONDITION
for 15A NCAC 2D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
a. In order to avoid applicability of this regulation,the facility shall discharge into the atmosphere less than 10
tons of any individual HAP and less than 25 tons of total HAPs per consecutive 12-month period.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. Calculations of HAP emissions per month shall be made at the end of each month. HAP emissions shall be
determined by multiplying the total amount of each type of HAP-containing material consumed during the
month by the HAP content of the material. Calculations and the total amount of HAP emissions and
individual HAP emissions shall be recorded monthly in a logbook(written or electronic format). The
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .I I I I if the amounts of HAP containing
materials or the HAP emissions are not monitored and recorded. The Permittee shall also be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .I I I I if the HAP emissions exceed the above limits.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the monitoring and recordkeeping requirements 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. The report shall
contain the following:
i. Individual HAP emissions during the six,previous twelve-month periods.
ii. Total HAP emissions during the six,previous twelve-month periods.
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)
This section describes terms 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 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 2Q.0507(k)and.0508(i)(9)(B)]
The Pemiittee 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(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).
E. Duty to Comply[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(i)(2)]
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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.
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
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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 2D;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.1110 and 2D.11 H 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.I110 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
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
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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 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
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 writin to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking and reissuing,or terminating the
permit or to determine compliance with the permit.
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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,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.
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]
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The Director may terminate,modify,or revoke and reissue this permit if
I. 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 ofNCGS Chapter 143,Article 21B.
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;
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.
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Z. Construction and Operation Permits[I5A 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[I5A 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) [I5A NCAC 2Q .0501(e)]
I. 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 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[I5A NCAC 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).
II. 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
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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:
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
fords 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 fords 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.
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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 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 CH,
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 St.,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.
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
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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.
ATTACHMENT I
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
CAA Clean Air Act
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
PM,, 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
S02 Sulfur Dioxide
tpy Tons Per Year
VOC Volatile Organic Compound