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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality
Pat McCrory Sheila C. Holman John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
January 22, 2014
Tom Quesenberry
Site Manager
Arauco Panels USA LLC
985 Corinth Rd.
Moncure,North Carolina 27559
Dear Mr. Hillman:
SUBJECT: Air Quality Permit No. 03449T43
Facility ED: 1900015
Arauco Panels USA LLC
Moncure,North Carolina
Chatham County
Fee Class: Title V
In accordance with your completed Air Quality Permit Application for the modification of the Title
V permit received on June 21, 2013, we are forwarding herewith Air Quality Permit No. 03449T43 to
Arauco Panels USA LLC, 985 Corinth Road, Moncure, 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.
This emission source (ID No. 3201) is listed as a minor modification per 15A NCAC 2Q .0515. The
compliance certification as described in General Condition P is required. Unless otherwise notified by NC
DAQ, the affected terms of this permit (excluding the permit shield as described General Condition R) for
this source shall become final March 11, 2014. Until this date, the affected permit terms herein reflect the
proposed operating language that the Permittee shall operate this source under pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q
.0515(f).
As the designated responsible official it is your responsibility to review,understand,and abide by all of
the terms and conditions of the attached permit. It is also your responsibility to ensure that any person who
operates any emission source and associated air pollution control device subject to any term or condition of the
attached permit reviews, understands, and abides by the condition(s) of the attached permit that are applicable
to that particular emission source.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this Air Quality Permit are unacceptable to you,
Permitting Section
1641 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1641
217 West Jones Street,Raleigh,North Carolina 27603
Phone:919-707-8405/Fax:919-715-0717
Internet:www.ncair.org
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Tom Quesenberry
January 22, 2014
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you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of this permit,
identifying the specific issues to be contested. This hearing request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to NCGS (North Carolina General Statutes) 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 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 15013-23, 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
15013-22. 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 15013-23.
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.
This Air Quality Permit shall be effective from January 22,2014 until the earlier of December 31,2018
or the renewal of permit 03449T34 has been issued or denied,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 Joseph Voelker,P.E. at(919)707-8730.
incerely yours,
John C.Evans
mg Chief,Permits section
Enclosure
cc: Gregg Worley,EPA Region 4
Raleigh Regional Office
Central Files
ATTACHMENT to cover letter to Permit No. 03449T43
Insignificant Activities per 15A NCAC 2Q .0503(8)
Emission Source ID Emission Source Description
I-VENTS Roof ventilators
I-GAS One 500 gallons above ground gasoline storage tank
I-TANK1, I-TANK2,I-TANK3,I- Four, 1000 gallons each, above ground propane storage tanks
TANK4
I-LPA Log Processing Area
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 .I 100"Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"or 2Q
.0711 "Emission Rates Requiring a Permit".
3. For additional information regarding the applicability of MACT see the DAQ page titled"The Regulatory Guide
for Insignificant Activities/Permits Exempt Activities".The link to this site is as follows:
http://daq.state.nc.us/pen-nits/insi,!z
ATTACHMENT to cover letter to Air Quality Permit No. 03449T43
Table of Changes
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Condition Condition Changes
No. No. :
• Updated permit revision numbers,issue,effective dates,etc.
Cover Letter Same • Removed 2Q .0515minor modification reference
Page 1 Same • Updated permit revision numbers,issue,effective dates,etc.
• Removed 2Q .0515 minor modification footnotes for
■ ID Nos.ES-21,ES-DFP-1,ES-ODG
■ ID Nos.3515 and 3545 and CD-3525;3515 and-2006
■ Revised ID Nos.and descriptors for CD02,CD14 and CD16 to clarify the
Equipment applicable requirements.Each of these systems consists of a separate venturi
List Same scrubber and a packed bed scrubber in series.CD02 is now CD02-1 and
CD02-2.CD 14 is now CD 14-1 and CD 14-2.CD 16 is now CD 16-1 and
CD 16-2.
■ Removed reference to CD-DFB on ES-DFP-1.The engine was purchased
without a PM filter and never had one installed It was certified per NSPS IIII
without a filter as well.
Section 2.1.0 NA • This section addressing the energy system was combined with Section 2.1.D.
which addresses the MDF refiner,dryer board cooler and press to stream line the
permit.All energy system emissions are commingled with the refiner and dryer
emissions and have most of the same applicable regulations.
2.1.C.1 2.1.C.1 • The 2D.0504 condition was deemed not applicable and has been removed from
the permit.PM Emissions from wood combustion are ultimately regulated and
monitored via the MDF dryer conditions(21).0515).See permit review
2.1.C.2. 2.1.C.3 • 2D.0516 condition
• Simple renumbering
• Revised regulatory citations
2.1.C.3. 2.1.C.2. • The energy system requirements for 2D .0521 were combined with the other
emission sources that share the same emission points
Section 2.LD Section 2.LC • Section'2.1 C and D were combined
2.1.D.1 2.1.C.I • The 2D.0515 condition was substantially revised;Changes include:
■ Revised regulatory citations
■ For EP 02 and EP 14,added an annual testing requirement that allows once
per five year testing if the results of the source test are less than 80 percent of
the emission limit;
■ Added specific monitoring parameters for each venturi scrubber
■ Revised recordkeeping to include venturi monitoring parameters
■ Removed initial testing requirement.
2.1.D.2 2.1.C.2 • Revised the 2D.0521 condition.Changes include:
■ Revised regulatory citations
■ Revised daily to weekly readings to accommodate the combining of the
existing sections 2.LC and D.). See permit review.
Section 2.LE Section 2.1.1) • Simple renumbering
Section 2.LF Section 2.LE • Simple renumbering
2.1.F.6.e.i. 2.1.E.6.e.i. • Added the word"cyclone"to add clarity to the inspection requirement
2.1.F.6.e.ii. NA • Removed annual internal inspection requirement;these cyclones all exhaust to
bagfilter systems which provide ultimate PM control
2.1.F.61i. 2.LE.6.f.i. • Reduced weekly inspection to monthly;Monthly external inspections is consistent
with all other control device inspections at this facility
2.1.F.61ii. NA • Removed annual internal inspection requirement;these multicyclones exhaust to
WESP which provide ultimate PM control
2.1.F.6.q.ii. NA • Removed annual internal inspection requirement
Section 2.1.G Section 2.LF • Simple renumbering
Existing New
Condition ! Condition Changes
No_ No.
Section 2.1.H Section 2.1.G • Simple renumbering
Section 2.1.I Section 2.1.H • Simple renumbering
Section 2.1.J Section 2.1.I • Simple renumbering
2.1.I.2. 2.1.H.2. • 2D .0524(NSPS IIIl)
a • Added regulatory citations
NA b. • Added reference to applicable provisions in 40 CFR 60 Subpart A
b c • Simple renumbering
c d • Simple renumbering
d e • Simple renumbering
e f • Simple renumbering
f g • Revised condition to be consistent with the current rule:
• Removed the phrase
"or procedures developed by the Permittee that are approved by the engine
manufacturer"
• Added reference to the control device(particulate filter)
• Revised layout for readability
g h • Minor rewording.No substantial changes made.
h. i. • Condition substantially revised based on current rule.
• Changed regulatory references
• Added conditional use of 100 hours per year
• Added 50 hours of conditional non-emergency use
i. j. • Added regulatory citations
• Added condition vii.to require recordkeeping of documentation from the
manufacturer that the engine is certified to meet the emission standards in
condition c.
j. k. • Replaced reference to"deviations""with instances of noncompliance"
2.1.I.3 2.1.H.3 . 2D .1111 (MACT ZZZZ)
a. Same • Corrected/Revised regulatory citations
• Added reference to 40 CFR 63 Subpart A
b. Same • Revised regulatory citations.No changes in intent were made.
2.1.13. 2.1.1.3. • 2D .1111 (MACT ZZZZ)
a. Same • Corrected/Revised regulatory citations
• Added reference to 40 CFR 63 Subpart A
b. same • Clarified reference to 40 CFR 63 Subpart A and ZZZZ.
C. NA • Removed condition for ES-ODG.An independent MACT ZZZZ will be added to
the permit elsewhere.
NA. 2.115 • Added 2D .1111 (MACT ZZZZ)condition for ID No.ES-ODG.
2.2.A.4.a.i. NA • Removed application submittal requirements.The Permittee has submitted these
and ii. applications(a pp nos. 12 A and 12 C)
Existing New
Condition Condition Changes
No. No.
2.2.B.1. Same • The 2Q.0317 PSD Avoidance condition was substantially revised.Changes
include:
■ Changed VOC limit from 406 to337 tpy
■ Changed PM10 limit from 75.7 to 116.9 tpy
■ Changed PM2.5 limit from 70.7 to 111.9 tpy
■ Removed compliance statement from testing condition;a single source test
cannot assess compliance for an entire 12 month period.
■ Added a urea/water solution minimum injection rate requirement for NOx
control
■ Added a table of approved emission factors for emissions calculations.
■ Added a statement allowing the administrative revision of the emission
factors based on DAQ approval(e.g.new source testing)
■ Revised recordkeeping condition to include process rates and heat inputs
necessary for calculation of monthly emissions
■ Revised reporting from a quarterly to a semiannual basis
■ Removed initial testing requirement
■ Removed application submittal requirement
2.3 NA • The Schedule of Compliance associated with special Order by Consent 2008-002
was removed.All terms of the Order have been met as confirmed in letter from the
DAQ to Arauco dated September 4,2012.
2.4 2.3 • Simple renumbering
• Removed table description of energy system(ID No.ES-02-A)as it is
unnecessary.
State of North Carolina,
Department of Environment,
and Natural Resources .�..�•r .r■�■�.
Division of Air Quality NCDENR
AIR QUALITY PERMIT
Permit No. Replaces Permit No. Effective Date Expiration Date"
03449T43 NA January 22, 2014 December 31, 2018
"This permit shall expire on the earlier of December 31, 2018 or the renewal of permit 03449T34 has been issued or
denied.
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 2 1 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: Arauco Panels USA LLC
Facility ID: 1900015
Facility Site Location: 985 Corinth Road
City, County, State, Zip: Moncure, Chatham County,North Carolina 27559
Mailing Address: 985 Corinth Road
City, County, State, Zip: Moncure, Chatham County,North Carolina 27559
Application Number: 1900015.13B
Complete Application Date: June 21,2013
Primary SIC Codes: 2493
Division of Air Quality, Raleigh Regional Office
Regional Office Address: 3800 Barrett Drive, Suite 101
Raleigh,North Carolina 27609
Permit issued this the 22nd of January, 2014
John . Ev s, Acting Chief, Air Permits Section
By A thori 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)
2.2 - Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
2.3 - Permit Shield for Non-applicable Requirements
SECTION 3: GENERAL PERMIT CONDITIONS
ATTACHMENT
List of Acronyms
Air Permit 03449T43
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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:
Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source ID No. Description Device ID No. Description
Material Han ling Sources
7001 or SP-1 Truck/Rail Chip Handling System, N/A None
MACT DDDD Enclosed
7004 or SP-2 Truck/Rail Sawdust Handling N/A None
MACT DDDD System,Enclosed
7010 Particle Board Mill Truck Dump N/A None
MACT DDDD
7012,7014, Dump bunkers and CL dryer dump N/A None
7015,7029
MACT DDDD
7052,7054, Wood residue bunkers N/A None
7055,7056
MACT DDDD
6001,7002-A, Wood chip piles-Medium Density N/A None
7002-B,7002-C, Fiberboard Mill
7002-D
MACT DDDD
6003,7006, Wood Fuel Pad and Boiler Transfers N/A None
7007,7022
MACT DDDD
7005-D, 7005-E, Sawdust transport to A-frame N/A None
7005-F, 7005-G
MACT DDDD
7025 Scale transfer conveyors N/A None
MACT DDDD
7019,7026 Fiber dump and reject filter bins N/A None
MACT DDDD
7027 Hog fuel hopper N/A None
MACT DDDD
7040,7044,7046, Particleboard Mill chip transfer N/A None
7048,7050
MACT DDDD
SP Fuel Sawdust and Chip Storage Piles N/A None
MACT DDDD
7024 Particleboard Mill feed bins N/A None
MACT DDDD
Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities
Refiner Abort Cyclone(66 inches
CDO1 in diameter) '
MACMAC T DDDD Refiner CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
in series with
CD02-2 I packed bed scrubber
1 For operation during startup, shutdown and malfunction only.
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Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source ID No. Description Device ID No. Description
CD14-1 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD14-2 Packed bed scrubber
ES-18,ES-19,
and ES-20 Three natural gas-fired hot oil
NSPS De heaters(24 million Btu per hour NA NA
Case-by-Case maximum heat input each)
MACT
CD02-A Urea/water injection system
CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
Energy System consisting of one In series with
ES-02-A dry/wet wood/woodwaste-fired CD02-2 Packed bed scrubber
MACT DDDD burner(205 million Btu per hour heat
input) CD14-1 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD 14-2 Packed bed scrubber
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
and and In series with
ES-02-C and Two backup natural gas-fired dryer CD02-2 Packed bed scrubber w
ES-02-D burners(78.5 and 17 million Btu per CD14-1 Venturi scrubber
MACT DDDD hour heat input respectively) In series with
CD-14-2 Packed bed scrubber
ES-16 MDF Press CD16-1 Venturi scrubber
MACT DDDD In series with
CD 16-2 packed bed scrubber
ES-06-B MDF Board Cooler CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
MACT DDDD In series with
CD02-2 Packed bed scrubber w
CD14-1 Venturi scrubber
In series with
CD14-2 Packed bed scrubber
ES-03 Fiber Sifter System CD03 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-04 Forming Line Clean-Up System CD04 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-05 Mat Reject System CD05 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-07 Saw System CD07 Fabric Filter(6793 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-08 Sander System No.1 CD08 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-09 Recycled Fiber Silo No.1 CD09 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-10 Sander System No.2 CD10 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-12 Sander Dust Silo No. 1 CD12 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-13 Dry Sawdust Silo CD13 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-15 Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 CD15 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
MACT DDDD filter area)
ES-17 Sander Dust Silo No.2 CD17 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of
MACT DDDD I filter area)
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Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source ID No. Description Device ID No. Description
MDFR-1,MDFR-
2,MDFR-3, Four MDF resin storage tanks NA NA
MDFR-4
MACT DDDD
ES-21** Diesel Fuel-fired Emergency NA NA
MACT ZZZZ Generator(1592 Brake Horsepower
output)
Particleboard Mill
CD-SC High efficiency cyclone-72
3501 inches in diameter
PSD Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator
MACT DDDD CD-3501 Reverse flow bag filter with 2,410
square feet of surface area
CD-1431 High efficiency multi-cyclone with
Surface layer triple pass,rotary drum 2 tubes,each 132 inches in
1430 (#3)dryer with one wood suspension diameter
PSD dust/natural gas-fired burner(60 CD-PB-WESP Wet electrostatic precipitator
MACT DDDD million Btu per hour maximum rated
heat input) CD-PB-PGT*** Packed bed scrubber with
photochemical gas treatment
CD-1421 High efficiency multi-cyclone with
Core layer single pass,rotary drum 4 tubes, each 80 inches in diameter
1420 (#1)dryer with one wood suspension
PSD dust/natural gas-fired burner (50 CD-PB-WESP Wet electrostatic precipitator
MACT DDDD million Btu per hour maximum rated
heat input) CD-PB-PGT*** Packed bed scrubber with
photochemical gas treatment
CD-1411 High efficiency multi-cyclone with
Core layer single pass,rotary drum 4 tubes,each 80 inches in diameter
1410 (#2)dryer with one wood suspension
PSD dust/natural gas-fired burner (50 CD-PB-WESP Wet electrostatic precipitator
MACT DDDD million Btu per hour maximum rated
heat input) CD-PB-PGT*** Packed bed scrubber with
photochemical gas treatment
One "Wellons"unit operating as a: CD-1431 High efficiency multi-cyclone with
2 tubes,each 132 inches in
a)wood suspension dust-fired burner diameter
(40 million Btu per hour maximum
rated heat input);or a AND/OR
b)natural gas-fired burner(21.8 CD-1421 High efficiency multi-cyclone with
million Btu per hour maximum rated 4 tubes,each 80 inches in diameter
3201 BB heat input); AND/OR
PSD exhausting to either CD-1411, High efficiency multi-cyclone with
MACT DDDD
4 tubes,each 80 inches in diameter
surface layer triple pass,rotary drum AND
(#3)dryer [ID No. 1430] and/or
CD-PB-WESP Wet electrostatic precipitator
core layer single pass,rotary drum(#1)
dryer[ID No. 1420] and/or CD-PB-PGT*** Packed bed scrubber with
photochemical gas treatment
core layer single pass,rotary drum(#2)
dryer[ID No. 1410]
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Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source ID No. Description Device ID No. Description
One "Wellons"unit operating as a:
3201BB c)natural gas-fired indirect heat NA NA
MACT DDDDD exchanger(21.8 million Btu per hour
maximum rated heat input)
Simple cyclone-72 inches in
CD-3500, diameter
3515 CD-3525 Reverse flow fabric filter with 6,918
PSD Surface Material Transport square feet of surface area
MACT DDDD (SL fines from screening operation) Simple cyclone-72 inches in
CD-3512B diameter
CD-3515 Reverse flow fabric filter with 5,767
square feet of surface area
CD-3520A, Three(3)simple cyclones-each 96
3525 CD-3520B, inches in diameter
PSD Surface Formers and Mat Dumps CD-3521
MACT DDDD CD-3525 Reverse flow fabric filter with 6,918
square feet of surface area
CD-3530 Simple cyclone-84 inches in
diameter
CD-3531 Simple cyclone- 108 inches in
3535 Flying Cut Off Saw,Pretrim Saws,& diameter
PSD Production Collection
MACT DDDD CD-3533 Simple cyclone- 108 inches in
diameter
CD-3535 Reverse flow fabric filter with 6,918
square feet of filter area
CD-2006 Reverse flow bag filter with 6,918
square feet of surface area
3545 Particleboard Mill Steinemann CD-3570 High efficiency cyclone- 144 inches
PSD Finishing Sander in diameter
MACT DDDD
CD-3575 Reverse flow bag filter with 1,159
square feet of surface area
DEF-2010
Packed bed scrubber with
PSD Particleboard Press CD-PB-PGT***
MACT DDDD photochemical gas treatment
PB-BC
PSD Particleboard Cooler N/A None
MACT DDDD
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Emission Emission Source Control Control Device
Source ID No. Description Device ID No. Description
CD-5001 Reverse flow fabric filter with 6,918
square feet of surface area
3565 Particleboard Mill Steinemann CD-3570 High efficiency cyclone- 144 inches
PSD Calibrating Sander in diameter
MACT DDDD
CD-3575 Reverse flow bag filter with 1,159
square feet of surface area
CD-3522 High efficiency cyclone- 120 inches
3555 in diameter
PSD Schelling Saw Board Trim
MACT DDDD CD-4005 Reverse flow bag filter with 6,918
square feet of surface area
CD-3570 High efficiency cyclone- 144 inches
3575 Sander Filter Transport for Filters 3545 in diameter
PSD &3565
MACT DDDD CD-3575 Reverse flow bag filter with 1,159
square feet of surface area
3585 CD-3585 Reverse flow bag filter with 4,880
PSD PZKR Green Chip Makers square feet of surface area
MACT DDDD
3595 CD-3595 Reverse flow bagfilter(Maximum
MACT DDDD Oversize Material Pallmann Mill air-to-cloth ratio of 3.0 ACFM/total
filter surface area).
CD-3532 Simple cyclone-60 inches in
3577 diameter
PSD Dry waste transport system
MACT DDDD CD-3577 Reverse flow bag filter with 4,068
square feet of surface area
ES-DFP-1 Diesel Fuel-fired Fire Pump
MACT ZZZZ Engine(347 Brake Horsepower output) NA NA
NSPS IIII
ES-ODG** Diesel-fuel Fired Emergency Generato
MACT ZZZZ (465 horsepower,3,026 million Btu pei NA NA
hour heat input)
Laminator Mill
3593 and 3594 Two(2)Short Cycle Laminating Reverse flow bagfilter(Maximum
Presses CD-3593 air-to-cloth ratio of 4.1 ACFM/total
filter surface area).
Pr-Heatl Natural gas or No.2 fuel oil-fired hot
Case-by-Case oil heater(4.7 million Btu per hour N/A None
MACT heat input)used with short cycle
laminating presses
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* These emission sources and control devices indicated as the Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities are listed as a 15A
NCAC 2Q .0501(c)(2)modification. The Permittee shall file a Title V Air Quality Permit Application on or before 12
months after commencing operation in accordance with General Condition NN.1. The permit shield described in
General Condition R does not apply and compliance certification as described in General Condition P is not required.
*** These control devices are listed as a 15A NCAC 2Q .0501(c)(2)modification. The Permittee shall file a Title V Air
Quality Permit Application on or before 12 months after commencing operation in accordance with General Condition
NN.1. The permit shield described in General Condition R does not apply and compliance certification as described in
General Condition P is not required.
BB This emission source (ID No. 3201) are listed as a minor modification per 15A NCAC 2Q .0515. The compliance
certification as described in General Condition P is required. Unless otherwise notified by NC DAQ,the affected terms
of this permit(excluding the permit shield as described General Condition R)for this source shall become final on March
11,2014. Until this date,the affected permit terms herein reflect the proposed operating language that the Permittee shall
operate this source under pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q.0515(f).
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SECTION 2 - SPECIFIC LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS
2.1 - Emission Source(s) and Control Devices(s) Specific Limitations and Conditions
The emission source(s)and associated air pollution control device(s)and appurtenances listed below are subject to
the following specific terms, conditions,and limitations, including the testing,monitoring,record keeping,and
reporting requirements as specified herein:
A. Material Handling Sources:
Truck/Rail Chip Handling System (ID No. 7001 or SP-1);
Truck/Rail Sawdust Handling System (ID No. 7004 or SP-2);
Particleboard Mill Truck Dump (ID No. 7010);
Dump Bunkers and CL Dryer Dump (ID Nos. 7012, 7014, 7015, and 7029);
Wood Residue Bunkers (ID Nos. 7052, 7054, 7055 and 7056);
Wood Chip Piles -Medium Density Fiberboard Mill (ID Nos. 6001, 7002-A, 7002-B,
7002-C, and 7002-D);
Wood Fuel Pad and Boiler Transfers (ID Nos. 6003, 7006, 7007, 7022);
Sawdust Transport to A-Frame (ID Nos. 7005-D, 7005-E, 7005-F, 7005-G);
Fuel Sawdust and Chip Storage Piles (ID No. SP);
Scale Transfer Conveyors (ID No. 7025);
Fiber dump and reject filter bins (ID Nos. 7019 and 7026);
Hog Fuel Hopper(ID No. 7027);
Particleboard Mill Chip Transfer (ID Nos. 7040, 7044, 7046, 7048, and 7050); and
Particleboard Mill Feed Lines (ID No. 7024)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the material handling sources.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)
Odors Odorous emissions must be controlled-See Section 2.2.A.3; 15A NCAC 2D.1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. As required by 15A NCAC 2D.0521(d)"Control of Visible Emissions,"visible emissions from the sources
manufactured after July 1, 1971, shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute
period[15A NCAC 2D .0521(d)]. However, six minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent opacity if
i. No six-minute period exceeds 87 percent opacity;
ii. No more than one six-minute period exceeds 20 percent opacity in any hour; and
iii. No more than four six-minute periods exceed 20 percent opacity in any 24-hour period
Testing[15A NCAC 2D .2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in Section
2.1.A.l.a. (above)for visible emissions,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping,or reporting is required for visible emissions from the following sources:
truck/rail chip handling system(ID No.7001 or SP-1);truck/rail sawdust handling system(ID No.7004 or
SP-2);particleboard mill truck dump(ID No.7010);dump bunkers and CL dryer dump(ID Nos.7012,7014,
7015,7029);wood residue bunkers(ID Nos. 7052,7054,7055,and 7056);wood chip piles-medium density
fiberboard mill(ID Nos.6001,7002-A,7002-B,7002-C,and 7002-D);wood fuel pad and boiler transfers(ID
Nos. 6003,7006,7007,7022);sawdust transport to A-frame(ID Nos.7005-D,7005-E,7005-F,7005-G);Fuel
Sawdust and Chip Storage Piles(ID No. SP);scale transfer conveyors(ID No. 7025);fiber dump and reject
filter bins(ID Nos.7019 and 7026);hog fuel hopper(ID No.7027);particleboard mill chip transfer(ID Nos.
7040,7044,7046,7048,and 7050);and particleboard mill feed lines(ID No.7024).
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B. Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities woodworking operations as presented in Table
2.1.B.1.
Table 2.1.B.1
Emission Control
Source W Emission Source Description: Device ID Control Device Description
No. No.
ES-03 Fiber Sifter System CD03 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of filter area)
ES-04 Forming Line Clean-Up System CD04 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of filter area)
ES-05 Mat Reject System CD05 Fabric Filter(9,346 square feet of filter area)
ES-07 Saw System CD07 Fabric Filter(6,793 square feet of filter area)
ES-08 Sander System No. 1 CD08 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of filter area)
ES-09 Recycled Fiber Silo No. 1 CD09 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter area)
ES-10 Sander System No.2 CD10 Fabric Filter(12,290 square feet of filter area)
ES-12 Sander Dust Silo No. 1 CD12 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter area)
ES-13 Dry Sawdust Silo CD13 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter area)
ES-15 Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 CD15 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter area)
ES-17 Sander Dust Silo No.2 CD17 Bin Vent Filter(226 square feet of filter area)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the woodworking operations in Table 2.l.B.l.
Regulated P.6.1f t` Limits/St andnards Applicable Regulation
Particulate matter adequate duct work and properly designed collectors 15A NCAC 2D.0512
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D.0521
Volatile organic compounds Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
See Section 2.2 A.1.
Toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2 A.2; 15A NCAC 2D.1100
State-enforceable only
Odors See Section 2.2 A.3; 15A NCAC 2D.1806
State-enforceable only
National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air 15A NCAC 2D .1111
Hazardous air pollutants Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood Products (40 CFR 63, Subpart
See Section 2.2 A.4. DDDD)
Volatile organic compounds,
0317
Nitrogen oxides,PM2 5, See Section 2.2 B.1. NCAC .
PM"
(PSD Avoidance)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0512: PARTICULATES FROM WOOD PRODUCTS FINISHING PLANTS
a. The Permittee shall not cause,allow,or permit particulate matter caused by the working,sanding,or finishing
of wood to be discharged from any stack,vent, or building into the atmosphere without providing, as a
minimum for its collection,adequate duct work and properly designed collectors. In no case shall the ambient
air quality standards be exceeded beyond the property line.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
b. Particulate matter emissions from the MDF wood working operations shall be controlled as presented in Table
2.1.B.1.To assure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by
the manufacturer,if any. As a minimum,the inspection and maintenance program shall include:
i. monthly external inspection of the ductwork,cyclones,and bagfilters noting the structural integrity;and
I annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the bagfilters
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noting the structural integrity and the condition of the filters.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0512 if the ductwork,cyclones and/or
bagfilters and are not inspected and maintained.
Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The results of inspection and maintenance for the cyclones and bagfilters 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;and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0512 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508 (f)]
d. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the MDF wood working operations listed in Table 2.1.13.1. 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.
Testing [15A NCAC 2D .2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and
General Condition JJ. If the results of this test are above the limit given in Section 2.1.13.2.a. above,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance,once a week the Permittee shall observe the emission points of this source 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. The Permittee shall establish normal for the source within
30 days of initial startup. If visible emissions from this source 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.2601 (Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in Section 2.1.13.2.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.
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Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
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(l)]
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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C. Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities Operations as presented in Table 2.1.C.1.
Table 2.1.C.1.
Emissixn Emission Source Control Emission
Source Control Device Description
ID No.' Description Device TD No. point
CDO1 Refiner Abort Cyclone(66 inches in EPO1
diameter)
CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
ES-01 Refiner in series with EP02
CD02-2 Packed bed scrubber
CD14-1 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP14
CD 14-2 Packed bed scrubber
CD02-A Urea/water injection system EP02/EP
14
Energy System consisting of a CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
ES-02-A dry/wet wood/woodwaste- In series with EP02
fired burner(205 million Btu CD02-2 Packed bed scrubber
per hour heat input) CD 14-1 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP14
CD 14-2 Packed bed scrubber
ES-02-B Two Stage Dryer System CD02-1 Venturi scrubber
In series with EP02
ES-02-C Two backup natural gas-fired CD02-2 Packed bed scrubber w
and dryer burners(78.5 and 17 CD14-1 Venturi scrubber
ES-02-D million Btu per hour heat In series with
input respectively) CD14-2 Packed bed scrubber EP14
ES-06-B MDF Board Cooler
CD16-1 Venturi scrubber
ES-16 MDF Press In series with EP16
CD16-2 Packed bed scrubber
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the operations in Table 2.1.C.1.
Regulated L titiNandards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
Particulate E=4.10P or E=55.0(P) -40
matter where;E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour 15A NCAC 2D.0515
P=process weight in tons per hour
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
Visible 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D.0521
emissions
Volatile organic Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
compounds See Section 2.2 A.1.
Toxic air See Section 2.2 A.2; 15A NCAC 2D.1100
pollutants State-enforceable only
Odors See Section 2.2 A.3; 15A NCAC 2D.1806
State-enforceable only
2 For operation during startup,shutdown and malfunction only.
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.. .........
.. . ...
Regulated Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Pollutant
Hazardous air National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: 15A NCAC 2D.1111
pollutants Plywood and Composite Wood Products See Section 2.2 AA. (40 CFR 63, Subpart DDDD)
Volatile organic
compounds,
0317
Nitrogen See Section 2.2 B.1. 15A NCAC 2Q .
(PSD Avoidance)
oxides,PM2.5,
PMI0
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATES FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the emission sources in Table 2.1.C.1. shall not exceed an allowable emission
rate as calculated by the following equation(s):
Process Rate Allowable Emission Rate Equation
Less than orequal to 30 tons per hour E=4.10 x P
1.61
Greater than 30 tons per hour E=55.0(P)'- 1-40
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 General Condition JJ. If the
results of this test are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D.0515.
c. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission limit
above on an annual basis by testing emission points EP02 and EP14 in accordance with General Condition JJ. If the
results of these tests are less than 80 percent of the emission limit above,the Permittee shall be required to stack test
only once every five years following the previous stack test. If the results of this test are above the limit given in
condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515.
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Monitoring[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
d. Particulate matter emissions from these sources shall be controlled by the venturi scrubbers(ID Nos.CD02-1,
CD14-1 and CD16-1)as described in Table 2.1.C.1.
e. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer.
f. The Permittee shall install,operate, and maintain instrumentation on the venturi scrubbers(ID Nos. CD02-1, CD14-
1 and C1316-1)to continuously monitor the following parameters and maintain the parameters in the associated
operating ranges(These parameters may be revised administratively pending DAQ review):
Operating rngepc.titt
..Paraeer ConolDeviceINom tr . device
...
CD02-1 8.1
Pressure drop(inches of water
gauge,3-hour block average) CD14-1 8.1
CD16-1 5.5
Recirculating liquid flow rate CD02-1 378
(gallons per minute,3-hour block CD14-1 416
average) CD 16-1 353.5
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if the monitoring requirements in
conditions d.through f.are not met.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The results of any 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 inspection;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the control devices;
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made;and
v. pressure drop,and recirculating flow rate,(3 hour block averages)for each venturi scrubber.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0515 if the recordkeeping requirements in
condition e.are not met.
Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
h. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before
January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and July 30 of
each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of deviations from
the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from the emission sources in Table 2.1.C.lshall not be more than 20 percent opacity when
averaged over a six-minute period. However,six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than
once in any hour and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average
exceed 87 percent opacity. [15A NCAC 02D .0521 (d)]
Testing [15A NCAC 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 condition a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
c. To assure compliance,once a week the Permittee shall observe the emission points(EP 02, 14 and 16)for any
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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 this source 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 .2601 (Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in condition 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.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
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.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from the Energy System(ID No. ES-02-A)shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu
heat input. Sulfur dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores, and other substances shall be
included when determining compliance with this standard. [15A NCAC 2D.0516]
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ found in
Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0516.
Monitorin2/Recordkeepin2/Reportin2 [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from wood combustion for the
Energy System(ID No. ES-02-A).
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D. Three natural gas-fired hot oil heaters (24 million Btu per hour maximum heat input,
each) for the Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities (ID Nos. ES-18,ES-19 and ES-20)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate matter 0.35 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0503
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 213 .0516
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 213 .0521
NA Notification and Recordkeeping 15A NCAC 2D .0524(NSPS
Subpart Dc)
HAPs Best Combustion Practices 15A NCAC 2D.1109
Volatile organic Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
compounds See Section 2.2 A.1.
Odors See Section 2.2 A3; 15A NCAC 2D .1806
State-enforceable only
Volatile organic See Section 2.2 B.1. 15A NCAC 2Q.0317
compounds,Nitrogen (PSD Avoidance)
oxides,PM2.5,PM10
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of natural gas,that are discharged from this source into
the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.35 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testing[15A NCAC 02D.2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance General Condition JJ.If the results
of this test are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D.0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeet)ing/Reporting[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas in
this source.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from this source 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 2D.2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition a.
above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)and 15A NCAC 02D.2601]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from natural gas for this source.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from this source 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 2D.2601]
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b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2601 and
General Condition JJ. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition a. above,the Permittee
shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for visible emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source.
4. 15A NCAC 2D.0524:NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
a. 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"New Source Performance Standards(NSPS)as promulgated in 40 CFR Part 60 Subpart Dc,including
Subpart A"General Provisions."
Initial Notification Requirements [40 CFR 60.7]
b. In addition to any other notification requirements to the Environmental Protection Agency per 40 CFR 60.7,the
Permittee is required to notify the Regional Supervisor,DAQ,in writing,of the following:
i. A notification of the date construction of an affected facility is commenced postmarked no later than 30 days
after such date.
ii. A notification of the actual date of initial startup of an affected facility postmarked within 15 days after such
date.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0524 if the initial notification
requirements in condition b. are not met.
Recordkeeping Requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Pursuant to 40 CFR 60.48c(g)(2),the Permittee shall record and maintain records of the amount of fuel
combusted during each calendar month. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0524 if the recordkeeping requirements in condition c. are not met.
5. 15A NCAC 2D.1109: Case-by-Case MACT
a. The Permittee shall use best combustion practices when operating the affected heaters(ID Nos. ES-18,
ES-19 and ES-20). The initial compliance date for this work practice standard and the associated
monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting requirements is October 18,2013. These conditions need not be
included on the annual compliance certification until after the initial compliance date.
Monitoring/Reco rdkeeping
b. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall perform an annual boiler inspection and maintenance as
recommended by the manufacturer,or as a minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall
include the following:
i. Inspect the burner, and clean or replace any components of the burner as necessary;
ii. Inspect the flame pattern and make any adjustments to the burner necessary to optimize the flame
pattern;and,
iii. Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,and ensure that it is correctly calibrated and
functioning properly.
The Permittee shall conduct at least one tune-up per calendar year to demonstrate compliance with this
requirement. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if the affected
heaters are not inspected and maintained as required above.
c. The results of inspection and maintenance 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 of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each inspection; and,
iii. The results of any maintenance performed on the heaters.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.1109 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
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d. No reporting is required.
E. Particleboard Mill (ID No. PB):
Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator(ID No. 3501)
Surface Layer Dryer (ID No. 1430)
Core Layer Dryer No. 1 (ID No. 1420)
Core Layer Dryer No. 2 (ID No. 1410)
Surface Material Transport (ID No. 3515)
Surface Formers and Mat Dumps (ID No. 3525)
Flying Cut Off Saw, Pretrim Saws, and Production Collection (ID No. 3535)
Particleboard Press (ID No. DEF-2010)
Particleboard Cooler (ID No. PB-BC)
Particleboard Steinemann Calibrating Sander(ID No. 3565)
Particleboard Steinemann Finishing Sander (ID No. 3545)
Schelling Saw Board Trim (ID No. 3555)
Sander Filter Transport for Filters 3545 and 3565 (ID No. 3575)
PZKR Green Chip Makers (ID No. 3585)
Oversized Material Pallmann Mill (ID No. 3595)
Dry Waste Transport System (ID No. 3577)
"Wellons" Burner(ID No. 3201) operating in one of two scenarios (OS) only:
i) OS-1: Exhausting to drum dryers; or
ii) OS-2: combusting natural gas only and exhausting directly to atmosphere
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The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the particleboard mill.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate matter 0.30 lb/million Btu(ID No.3201)(OS-2 only) 15A NCAC 2D .0503
Particulate matter 0.365 lb/million Btu(ID No.3201)(OS-1 only) 15A NCAC 2D .0504
Particulate matter adequate duct work and properly designed collectors 15A NCAC 2D .0512
Affected facilities:
Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator(ID No.3501)
Surface Material Transport(ID No.3515)
Surface Formers and Mat Dumps(ID No.3525)
Flying Cut Saw,Pretrim Saws,&Production Collection(ID
No.3535)
Particleboard Press(ID No.DEF-2010)
Particleboard Cooler(ID No.PB-BC)
Particleboard Mill Steinemann Calibrating Sander(ID No.
3565)
Particleboard Mill Steinemann Finishing Sander(ID No.
3545)
Schelling Saw Board Trim(ID No.3555)
Sander Filter Transport for Filters 3545 and 3565 (ID No.
3575)
PZKR Green Chip Makers(ID No.3585)
Dry Waste Transport System(ID No.3577)
Oversized Material Pallmann Mill(ID No.3595)
Particulate matter E=4.IOP 0.67 when P<30 tons per hour 15A NCAC 2D .0515
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
E=55.OP'-" when P>30 tons per hour
where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Affected facilities:
Surface Layer Dryer(ID No. 1430)
Core Layer Dryer No. I (ID No. 1420)
Core Layer Dryer No.2 (ID No. 1410)
Sulfur dioxide* 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516(a)
Affected facilities:
Surface Layer Dryer(ID No. 1430)
Core Layer Dryer No. 1 (ID No. 1420)
Core Layer Dryer No.2(ID No. 1410)
"Wellons"Burner No. 3201)
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D.0521(d)
PM'0 See Section 2.1 E.6. 15A NCAC 2D.0530
Carbon monoxide
Volatile organic
compounds
Nitrogen dioxide
Visible emissions
Volatile organic Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D.0958
compounds See Section 2.2 A.1.
Toxic air pollutants See Section 2.LE.7 and Section 2.2 A.2; 15A NCAC 2D.1100
State-enforceable only
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Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Odors See Section 2.2 A.3; 15A NCAC 2D.1806
State-enforceable onl
Hazardous air National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants: 15A NCAC 2D.1111
pollutants Plywood and Composite Wood Products (40 CFR 63, Subpart
See Section 2.2 A.4. DDDD)
Hazardous air National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for 15A NCAC 2D .1111
pollutants Major Sources:Industrial,Commercial, and Institutional (40 CFR 63, Subpart
Boilers and Process Heaters DDDDD)
(ID No.3201) OS-2 only)
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0504: PARTICULATES FROM WOODBURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of wood that are discharged from the"Wellons"burner
(No.3201)into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.365 pounds per million Btu heat input.
i. Condition 2.1.E.1 applies only when the Permittee operates the Wellons(ID No.3201)in operating
scenario 1 (OS-1).
Testing [15A NCAC 2D .2601]
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 condition a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0504.
Monitorinp/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from the "Wellons"burner[No.3201] shall be controlled by multiclones(ID Nos.
CD-1411,CD-1421,and CD-1431)and wet ESP(ID No. CD-PB-WESP).
d. Monitoring/recordkeeping requirements in Section 2.1 E.6.d.through 1. shall be sufficient to assure compliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0504. If the requirements of Section 2.1 E.6.d.ii., f., h.,j., and 1. are not complied with,
the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0504.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(o]
e. Reporting requirements in Section 2.1 E.6.in. and n. shall be sufficient to assure compliance with 15A NCAC
2D.0504.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0512: PARTICULATES FROM WOOD PRODUCTS FINISHING PLANTS
a. The Permittee shall not cause, allow,or permit particulate matter caused by the working,sanding,or finishing
of wood to be discharged from any stack,vent, or building into the atmosphere without providing,as a
minimum for its collection, adequate duct work and properly designed collectors. In no case shall the ambient
air quality standards be exceeded beyond the property line.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(o]
b. Particulate matter emissions from the units in the particleboard mill[ID No.PB]including the sawdust rock
and metal separator[ID No.35011,surface material transport[ID No.3515],surface formers and mat dumps
[ID No.3525],flying cut off saws,pretrim saws,and production collection[ID No.3535],particleboard
Steinmann calibrating sander[ID No.3565],particleboard Steinmann finishing sander[ID No.3545],
Schelling saw board trim[ID Nos.3555],sander filter transport for filters 3545 and 3565 [ID No.3575],PZKR
green chip flakers [ID No.3585], Oversized Material Pallmann Mill [ID No.3595],and dry waste transport
system[ID No.3577] shall be controlled by 12(twelve)cyclones(ID Nos. SC,CD-3500,CD-351211,CD-
3520A,CD-352011,CD-3521,CD-3530,CD-3531,CD-3533,CD-3522,CD-3570,and CD-3532),and 11
(eleven)fabric filters(ID Nos. CD-3501,CD-3515,CD-3525,CD-3535,CD-5001,CD-2006,CD-4005,CD-
3575,CD-3585,CD-3595,and CD-3577).
i. No monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting shall be required for the particulate matter emissions from the
particleboard press(ID No.DEF-2010)and particleboard cooler(ID No.PB-BC).
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and as follows:
i. monthly external inspection of the duct work and cyclones,noting the structural integrity;and
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ii. internal inspection of the bag filters,every 12 months,noting the structural integrity and the condition of
the filters.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0512 if the ductwork,cyclones,and bag
filters are not inspected and maintained.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance for the cyclones,and bag filters 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;and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0512 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on ductwork,the 12 (twelve)cyclones
(ID Nos. SC,CD-3500,CD-3512B,CD-3520A,CD-3520B,CD-3521,CD-3530,CD-3531,CD-3533,CD-
3522,CD-3570,and CD-3532),and 11 (eleven)fabric filters(ID Nos. CD-3501,CD-3515,CD-3525,CD-
3535,CD-5001,CD-2006,CD-4005,CD-3575,CD-3585,CD-3595,and CD-3577)within 30 days of a
written request by the DAQ.
f. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.0515:PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the units in the particleboard mill(ID No.PB) Surface Layer Dryer(ID
No. 1430), Core Layer Dryer No. 1 (ID No. 1420),and Core Layer Dryer No.2(ID No. 1410)that are
discharged into the atmosphere shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the following
equations:
E=4.10Xp067
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour calculated to three significant figures
P=process weight rate in tons per hour
Or, for units with process weight rates greater than 30 tons per hour,
E=55.0(P)011-40
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour calculated to three significant figures
P=process weight rate in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing[15A NCAC 2D.2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in
condition a. above for particulate matter,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0515.
Monitorinz/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from the units in the particleboard mill [ID No.PB] shall be controlled as follows:
i. Emissions from the following units shall be combined and controlled by a wet electrostatic precipitator
(PB-WESP):the surface layer dryer(ID No. 1430)and the associated multi-cyclone(ID No.CD-1431)
the core layer dryer# 1 (ID No.1420)and the associated multi-cyclone(ID No.CD-1421),and the core
layer dryer#2(ID No.1410)and the associated multi-cyclone(ID No.CD-1411).
d. The Monitoring,Recordkeeping,and Reporting requirements required in 2.1 E.6.d.ii.,f.,h.,j.,1.,in., and n.
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shall be followed in order to demonstrate compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0515.
4. 15A NCAC 2D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Sulfur dioxide from the particleboard mill(ID No.PH)Surface Layer Dryer(ID No.1430),Core Layer Dryer
No. 1 (ID No. 1420),Core Layer Dryer No.2(ID No. 1410), and"Wellons"Burner(ID No.3201)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 2D .2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition a.
above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitoring/Recordkeening/Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping, or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of wood or
natural gas in rotary drum dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420,and 1430)and from the firing of wood or natural gas in
the "Wellons"burner(ID No.3201).
5. 15A NCAC 2D .0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0521(d) "Control of Visible Emissions,"visible emissions from the units in the
particleboard mill(ID No.PH)manufactured after July 1, 1971,shall not be more than 20 percent opacity
when averaged over a six-minute period[15A NCAC 2D.0521(d)]. However,six minute averaging periods
may exceed 20 percent opacity if
i. No six-minute period exceeds 87 percent opacity;
ii. No more than one six-minute period exceeds 20 percent opacity in any hour;and
iii. No more than four six-minute periods exceed 20 percent opacity in any 24-hour period.
Testing[15A NCAC 2D .2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in
condition a..above for visible emissions,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0521.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall observe,on a weekly basis,the following emission points in the
Particleboard mill for any visible emissions above normal:
Emission Source Description and ID No. Emission Point ID No.
Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator(ID No.3501) CD-3501
Surface Layer Dryer(ID No. 1430)
Core Layer Dryer 91 ( ID No. 1420)
CD-PB-PGT
Core Layer Dryer#2(ID No.1410)
"Wellons"Burner(ID No.3201) OS-1 only)*
Particleboard Press(ID No.DEF-2010) CD-PB-PGT
Surface Material Transport(ID No.3515) CD-3515 and
CD-3525
Surface Formers and Mat Dumps(ID No.3525) CD-3525
Flying Cut Off Saw,Pretrim Saws,and Production Collection(ID No.3535) CD-3535
Board Cooler(ID No.PB-BC) PB-BC
Particleboard Mill Steinemann Calibrating Sander(ID No.3565) CD-3575
Particleboard Mill Steinemann Finishing Sander(ID No.3545) CD-3575 and CD-2006
Schelling Saw Board Trim(ID No.3555) CD-4005
Sander Filter Transport for Filters 3545 and 3565(ID No. 3575) CD-3575
PZKR Green Chip Makers(ID No.3585) CD-3585
Oversized Material Palimann Mill(ID No.3595) CD-3595
Dry Waste Transport System(ID No.3577) CD-3577
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* No observations are required for the Wellons burner(ID No.3201)when operating in OS-2.
The weekly observation must be made for each week of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this
requirement. The Permittee shall establish normal for the emission sources controlled by the scrubber(ID No.
CD-PB-PGT)within the first 30 days of the initial start up of the scrubber(ID No.CD-PB-PGT)following the
effective date of air permit no. 03449T39. The Permittee shall re-establish normal for the emission sources ES-
3515 and ES-3545 within the first 30 days of their initial start up following the effective date of air permit no.
03449T41. 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 condition 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 for visible emissions shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request.To ensure quality,entries in
the logbook should be signed by personnel responsible for the effective operation of the units in the
particleboard mill and their air pollution control devices.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.
Reuortin [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities by 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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6. 15A NCAC 2D.0530: PREVENTION OF SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. For PSD purposes,the following'Best Available Control Technology" (BACT)permit limitations shall not be
exceeded for units in the particleboard mill(ID No.PB):
Emission Source Pollutants Emission Limits* Control Technology
Sawdust Rock and Metal Separator PMI0 0.02 lbs/hr cyclone and baghouse
(ID No.3501)
Volatile Organic 5.56 lbs/hr, as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclone and baghouse
Surface Layer Dryer(ID No. 1430) PMIo 28.3 lbs/hr good combustion
Core Layer Dryer # l(ID No. 1420) control with
Core Layer Dryer#2(ID No. 1410) existing multiclones
and wet ESP
Volatile Organic 163.3 lbs/hr, as C good combustion
Compounds control with existing
wet ESP
Carbon Monoxide 329.4 lbs/hr good combustion
control
Nitrogen Oxides 94.7 lbs/hr good combustion
control
Surface Material Transport (ID No. PMIo 0.02 lbs/hr cyclones and
3515) baghouse
Volatile Organic 46.5 lbs/hr, as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclones and
baghouse
Surface Formers and Mat Dumps(ID PMIo 0.06 lbs/hr cyclones and
No.3525) baghouse
Volatile Organic 1.95 lbs/hr,as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclones and
baghouse
Flying Cut Off Saw,Pretrim Saws, PMIo 0.005 lbs/hr cyclones and
and Production Collection(ID No. baghouse
3535)
Volatile Organic 1.77 lbs/hr, as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclones and
baghouse
Particleboard Press(ID No.DEF- PMIo 3.291bs/hour none
2010)and Board Cooler(ID No.PB-
BC)
Volatile Organic 32.1 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent none
Particleboard Steinmann Calibrating PMIo 0.02 lbs/hour cyclone and
Sander(ID No.3565) baghouses
Volatile Organic 1.08 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclone and
baghouses
Particleboard Steinemann Finishing PMIo 1.2 lbs/hour cyclone and
Sander(ID No.3545) baghouses
Volatile Organic 0.35 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
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Emission Source Pollutants Emission Limits` Control Technology
Opacity 20 percent cyclone and
baghouses
Schelling Saw Board Trim(ID No. PMIo 0.01 lbs/hour cyclone and baghouse
3522)
Volatile Organic 0.72 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclone and baghouse
Sander Filter Transport for Filters PMIo 4.0 lbs/hour cyclone and baghouse
3545 and 3565 (ID No.3575)
Volatile Organic 1.77 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclone and baghouse
PZKR Green Chip Flakers(ID No. PMIo 1.0 lbs/hour baghouse
3585)
Volatile Organic 0.64 lbs/hour as C none.
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent baghouse
Oversized Material Pallmann Mill PMIo 0.005 lbs/hour baghouse
(ID No.3595)
Volatile Organic 1.77 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent baghouse
Dry Waste Transport System(ID No. PMIo 0.005 lbs/hour cyclone and baghouse
3577)
Volatile Organic 1.77 lbs/hour as C none
Compounds
Opacity 20 percent cyclone and baghouse
*'BACT limits shall apply at all times.However,emissions resulting from startup,shutdown or malfunction as
defined under 15A NCAC 2D .0535,exceeding the limits in condition a.above are permitted,provided that the
Permittee,to the extent practicable,maintains and operates each emission source including any associated air
pollution control equipment listed in this Table,in a manner consistent with good air pollution control practice
for minimising emissions.
" BACT emission limits are a total for three particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410, 1420,and 1430).
***All BACT limits were established prior to the installation of the scrubber(ID No.CD-PB-PGT).
Testing(PMIo][15A NCAC 2D .2601]
b. If testing is required for emissions of PMIo,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D
.2601 and General Condition JJ. If the results of this test exceed the limits given in Section 2.1 E.6.a. above,
the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
c. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission
limits in condition a.above by testing the particleboard dryers(ID Nos.1410,1420,and 1430)for PMIo
(filterable and condensible both)in accordance with a testing protocol approved by the DAQ. Details of the
emissions testing and reporting requirements can be found in Section 3 -General Condition JJ of the permit.
All three dryers shall be in operation during this source testing.
Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within 180 days from the issuance date of air permit
03449T31. All three dryers or all operational dryers shall be included in this source testing.
The Permittee shall conduct another stack test and submit the results within 90 days of start-up of particleboard
dryer(ID No. 1410),if this dryer was not operational during the stack test as required above..All three dryers
shall be in operation during this source testing.
If the results of any tests for PMIo are above the limits in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
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Monitoring(PMIo)[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
d. PM10 emissions from the units in the particleboard mill[ID No.PB] shall be controlled as follows:
i. In the sawdust rock and metal separator(ID No.3501),raw materials shall be sorted to remove unusable
material and transported through a high efficiency cyclone(ID No.SC),which is 72 inches in diameter.
Emissions from the cyclone shall be exhausted to a fabric filter(ID No. CD-3501)with 2,410 square feet
of filter surface area.
I Emissions from the following units shall be combined and controlled by a wet electrostatic precipitator(ID
No.PB-WESP).
1. the surface layer dryer(ID No. 1430), its associated multi-cyclone(ID No.CD-1431)with two tubes,
each 80 inches in diameter,
2. the core layer dryer# 1 (ID No. 1420),its associated multi-cyclone(ID No.CD-1421)with 4 tubes,
each 80 inches in diameter,and
3. the core layer dryer#2(ID No. 1410)),its associated multi-cyclone(ID No.CD-1411)with 4 tubes,
each 80 inches in diameter.
iii. In the surface material transport(ID No.3515), emissions are controlled by two systems in parallel: one
simple cyclone(ID No.CD-3500)followed by a fabric filter with 6,918 square feet of filter surface area
(ID No.CD-3525)in parallel with one simple cyclone(ID No. CD-3512B)followed by a fabric filter with
5,767 square feet of filter surface area(ID No. CD-3515)
iv. In the surface formers and mat dumps(ID No.3525),emissions shall be controlled by 3 (three)simple
cyclones(ID Nos.CD-3520A,CD-3520B,and CD-3521),each 96 inches in diameter. Emissions from
the cyclones shall be captured by a fabric filter(ID No.CD-3525)with 6,918 square feet of filter surface
area.
v. In the flying cut off saw,pretrim saws,and production collection(ID No.3535),emissions shall be
controlled by one simple cyclone(ID No.CD-3530),which is 84 inches in diameter,and two simple
cyclones(ID Nos. CD-3531 and CD-3533),each 108 inches in diameter, followed by a fabric filter(ID
No. CD-3535)with 6,918 square feet of filter surface area.
vi. Emissions from the particleboard Steinmann calibrating sander(ID No.3565),shall be captured by a
fabric filter(ID No.CD-5001)with 6,918 square feet of filter surface area.Emissions from the fabric filter
(ID No.5001)shall be vented to a simple cyclone(ID No.CD-3570)and in turn to another fabric filter
(ID No.CD-3575).
vii. Emissions from the particleboard Steinmann finishing sander(ID No.3545),shall be filtered by a fabric
filter(ID No.CD-2006)with 6,918 square feet of filter surface area. Emissions from the fabric filter(ID
No.CD-2006)shall be vented to a simple cyclone(ID No.CD-3570)and in turn by another fabric filter
(ID No.CD-3575).
viii.Emissions from the Schelling saw board trim(ID No.3555)shall be captured by a simple cyclone(ID No.
CD-3522),which is 120 inches in diameter,followed by a fabric filter(ID No. CD-4005)with 6,918
square feet of filter surface area.
ix. Emissions from the sander filter transport for filters 3545 and 3565 (ID No.3575)shall be captured by a
simple cyclone(ID No.CD-3570),which is 144 inches in diameter,followed by a fabric filter(ID No.
CD-3575)with 1,159 square feet of filter surface area.
x. Emissions from the PZKR green chip flakers(ID No.3585),shall be collected by a fabric filter(ID No.
CD-3585)with 4,880 square feet of filter surface area.
xi. Emissions from the oversize material Pallmann mill(ID No.3595),shall be captured by a reverse flow
fabric filter(ID No.CD-3595)with a maximum air to cloth ratio(ACFM/total filter surface area)of 3.0
square feet of filter surface area.
xii. For the dry waste transport system(ID No.3577),emissions shall be routed through a high efficiency
cyclone(ID No.CD-3532),which is 60 inches in diameter,to a fabric filter(ID No. CD-3577)with 4,068
square feet of surface area.
For the cyclones (ID Nos.CD-SC,CD-3500,CD-3512B,CD-3520A,CD-3520B,CD-3521,CD-3530,CD-
3531,CD-3533,CD-3522,CD-3570,and CD-3532):
e. To ensure compliance and effective operation,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance,as a
minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
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i. a monthly visual inspection of the cyclones,system ductwork,and the material collection unit for leaks.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if the ductwork,bagfilter and
cyclones are not inspected and maintained.
For the multi-cyclones(ID Nos. CD-1411,CD-1421, and CD-1431):
£ To ensure compliance and effective operation,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance, as a
minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly external visual inspection of the cyclones,the system ductwork, and the material collection unit
for leaks,and
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if the multi-cyclones and
ductwork are not inspected and maintained.
For the fabric filters (ID Nos.CD-3501,CD-3515,CD-3525,CD-3535,CD-5001, CD-2006,CD-4005,CD-
3575,CD-3585,CD-3595,and CD-3577):
g. To ensure compliance and effective operation,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance,as a
minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks; and
ii. an annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the bagfilter's
structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the ductwork,bagfilter and
cyclone are not inspected and maintained.
For the wet electrostatic precipitator(ID No.CD-PB-WESP)
h. To ensure compliance and the effective operation of the wet electrostatic precipitator(ID No.CD-PB-WESP),
the Permittee shall:
i. operate the wet electrostatic precipitator with a minimum of two of the possible three fields,excluding
periods when one of the two fields is in a wash cycle;
ii. monitor and record the primary voltage and current through the precipitator daily.The daily observation
must be made for each day of the calendar year period.The Permittee shall be allowed three(3)days of
absent observations per semi-annual period. The lower limits are given below:
Field No. Minimum Primary Voltage,kilovolts Minimum Current,milliam s
1 0.109 0.244
2 0.122 0.244
3 0.244 0.244
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if:
i. the voltage or current readings are not monitored or recorded,excluding periods of start-up,shut-down,
malfunction,and monitor downtime;and as provided in i. above;or
I the voltage or current fall below the lower limits as established above in 2.1 E.6.h.ii.
Recordkeeping(PM101[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
For the cyclones (ID Nos.CD-SC,CD-3500,CD-3512B,CD-3520A,CD-3520B,CD-3521,CD-3530,CD-
3531,CD-3533,CD-3522,CD-3570,and CD-3532):
i. The results of inspection and maintenance 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;the results of any maintenance performed on the cyclones; and
iii. any corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if these records are not
maintained.
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For the multi-cyclones(ID Nos.CD-1411,CD-1421,and CD-1431):
j. The results of inspection and maintenance 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;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the multi-cyclones and ductwork;and
iv. any corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these records are not
maintained.
For the fabric filters (ID Nos.CD-3501,CD-3515,CD-3525,CD-3535,CD-5001,CD-2006,CD-4005,CD-
3575,CD-3585,CD-3595,and CD-3577):
k. The results of inspection and maintenance 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;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilters;and
iv. any corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these records are not
maintained.
For the wet electrostatic precipitator(ID No. CD-PB-WESP)
1. The results of inspection and maintenance activities, discussed above for the wet electrostatic precipitator,shall
be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic format)on-site and made available to an authorized
representative of DAQ upon request. The logbook shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each recorded action;
ii. the results of each inspection;and
iii, any corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting(PMIol[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
m. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the cyclones(ID Nos.CD-SC,CD-
3500,CD-3512B,CD-3520A,CD-3520B,CD-3521,CD-3530,CD-3531,CD-3533,CD-3522,CD-3570,
and CD-3532),fabric filters(ID Nos.CD-3501,CD-3515,CD-3525,CD-3535,CD-5001,CD-2006,CD-
4005,CD-3575,CD-3585,CD-3595,and CD-3577),multi-cyclones(ID Nos. CD-1411,CD-1421,and CD-
1431), and wet electrostatic precipitator( ID No.CD-PB-WESP)within 30 days of a written request by the
DAQ.
n. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of monitoring and record keeping activities postmarked on or
before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between July and December and
July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period between January and June. All instances of
deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
Testing(Carbon Monoxide) [15A NCAC 2D .2601]
o. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 40 CFR Part 60 Appendix A,
Method 10 and General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits
given in condition a. above for emissions of carbon monoxide,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
p. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission
limits in condition a. above by testing the particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420,and 1430)for carbon
monoxide in accordance with a testing protocol approved by the DAQ. Details of the emissions testing and
reporting requirements can be found in Section 3 -General Condition JJ of the permit.
All three dryers shall be in operation during this source testing.
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Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within 90 days of start-up of particleboard dryer(ID No.
1410).
If the results of any tests for carbon monoxide are above the limits in condition a.above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530.
Monitoring(Carbon Monoxide) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
q. To ensure compliance and effective operation,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance of the
particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420,and 1430). At a minimum,the inspection and maintenance
requirement shall include the following:
i.a weekly inspection of burners,fans,blowers,and associated process control equipment.
ii.an annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the particleboard
dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420,and 1430)for structural integrity.
If the required inspections are not conducted,the Permittee shall be deemed to be in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 2D .0530.
Recordkeeping(Carbon Monoxide) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
r. The results of inspection and maintenance of the particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410, 1420,and 1430)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;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the particleboard dryers(ID Nos.1410,1420,and 1430);and
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations,if any,and corrections made.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting(Carbon Monoxide) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
s. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the particleboard dryers(ID Nos.
1410, 1420,and 1430)within 30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
t. 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.
Testing(Volatile Organic Compounds) [15A NCAC 2D .2601]
u. If testing is required for emissions of volatile organic compounds,the testing shall be performed in accordance
with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and General Condition JJ. If the results of this test exceed the limit given in
condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
v. Under the provisions ofNCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission
limits in condition a.above by testing the particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420,and 1430)for volatile
organic compounds in accordance with a testing protocol approved by the DAQ. Details of the emissions
testing and reporting requirements can be found in Section 3 -General Condition JJ of the permit.
All three dryers shall be in operation during this source testing.
Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within 90 days of start-up of particleboard dryer(ID No.
1410)..
If the results of any tests for volatile organic compounds are above the limits in condition a. above,the
Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping(VOC) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)].
w. Monitoring/recordkeeping requirements in Section 2.1 E.6.q.and r.above shall be sufficient to assure
compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530. If the requirements of Section 2.1 E.6.q.and r.are not complied with,
the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
x. During the stack test for VOC as required in Section 2.1 E.6.v.above,the Permittee shall collect data for water
injection rates for wet ESP and establish minimum water injection rate to assure compliance with the VOC
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emission limit in condition a.above. The Permittee shall request a permit revision to include the minimum water
injection rate for wet ESP established in Section 2.1 E.6.x.through an"administrative permit amendments"
procedure within 90 days from the submittal of stack test results in Section 2.1 E.6.v.above. The Permittee shall
be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if the requirements of the Section 2.1 E.6.x.are not
complied with.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
y. Reporting requirements in Section 2.1 E. 6.s. and t. shall be sufficient to assure compliance with 15A NCAC
2D .0530.
Testing(Nitrogen Oxides)Testing[15A NCAC 2D.2601]
z. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in
condition a.above for emissions of nitrogen oxides,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A
NCAC 2D.0530.
aa. Under the provisions of NCGS 143-215.108,the Permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the emission
limits in condition a. above by testing the particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420,and 1430)for nitrogen
oxides in accordance with a testing protocol approved by the DAQ. Details of the emissions testing and
reporting requirements can be found in Section 3 -General Condition JJ of the permit. All three dryers shall be
in operation during this source testing. Testing shall be completed and the results submitted within 90 days of
start-up of particleboard dryer(ID No. 1410).
If the results of any tests for nitrogen oxides are above the limits in condition a. above,the Permittee shall be
deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping(NOx) [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
bb. Monitoring/recordkeeping requirements in Section 2.1 E.6.q. and r. above shall be sufficient to assure
compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530. If the requirements of Section 2.1 E.6.q.and r. are not complied with,
the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
cc. Reporting requirements in Section 2.1 E.6.s.and t.shall be sufficient to assure compliance with 15A NCAC
2D.0530.
Testing(Visible Emissions)[15A NCAC 2D.2601]
dd. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D.2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in
Condition a. above for visible emissions,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping(VE) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
ee. Monitoring/recordkeeping requirements in Section 2.1 E.5.c.and d. above shall be sufficient to assure
compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 for all PSD affected sources except particleboard dryers.3 If the
requirements of Section 2.1 E.5.c.and d.are not complied with,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
ff. Reporting requirements in Section 2.1 E.5.e. shall be sufficient to assure compliance with 15A NCAC 2D
.0530.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping(PM,",CO,VOC,NO1and VE [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
gg. The total particleboard production at the Particleboard Mill (ID No. PB) during any consecutive 12-month
period shall not exceed 180,000,000 square feet on a 3/4-inch basis. The Permittee shall maintain monthly
records of the total amount of particleboard produced in a logbook (written or in electronic format). Such
records shall indicate the amount of particleboard produced during the preceding month and the total amount of
particleboard produced over the preceding 12-month period. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
s Particleboard dryers are not subject any VE BACT.
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with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if the particleboard production records are not maintained or the production limit is
exceeded.
hh. The operating hours for particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410,1420 and 1430)shall not exceed 8,500 hours each
during any consecutive 12-month period. The Permittee shall keep monthly records of the hours of operation
for each particleboard dryer. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0530 if
these records are not kept or operating hours of any particleboard dryers exceed 8,500 hours during any
consecutive 12-month period.
Reporting(PM,PM,o,CO,VOC,NO.,VE) [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
ii. By 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 following shall be
reported to the Regional Supervisor,Division of Air Quality:
a. the annual production rate at the Particleboard Mill(ID No.PB)in square feet on a'/a-inch basis.The
annual production rate must be calculated for each of the six twelve-month periods over the previous
seventeen months.
b. the hours of operation for each particleboard dryer(ID Nos. 1410, 1420 and 1430)for each of the six
twelve-month periods over the previous seventeen months.
All instances of deviations from the requirements of this permit must be clearly identified.
7. 15A NCAC 2D.0614: COMPLIANCE ASSURANCE MONITORING [40 CFR 64]
a. The particleboard dryers(ID Nos. 1410, 1420,and 1430)shall comply with all applicable requirements of 15A
NCAC 213.0614"Compliance Assurance Monitoring".
b. Tbree multiclones(ID Nos.CD-1411,CD-1421,and CD-1431)and one wet ESP(ID No.CD-PB-WESP)
shall be properly operated and maintained to control PMIo emissions from the particleboard dryers(ID Nos.
1410,1420,and 1430).
Monitoring/Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Monitoring and record keeping requirements for multiclones(ID Nos.CD-1411,CD-1421,and CD-1431)in
Section 2.1 E.6.d.ii.,f,h.,j.,and 1. above shall be sufficient to assure compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0614.
d. During the stack test for PMIo as required in Section 2.1 E.6.c.above,the Permittee shall collect data for primary
voltage and primary current on each of the three fields of wet ESP(ID No.CD-PB-WESP). The Permittee shall
establish correlation between emissions of PMIo,and primary voltage and primary current of wet ESP,and request
a permit revision through an"administrative permit amendments"procedure within 90 days from the submittal of
stack test results in Section 2.1 E.6.c.above. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
213.0614 if the requirements of the Section 2.1 E.7.d.are not complied with.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. Reporting requirements for multiclones(ID Nos. CD-1411,CD-1421,and CD-1431)in Section 2.1 E.6.m. and
n. shall be sufficient to assure compliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0614.
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STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
8. 15A NCAC 2D.1100: CONTROL OF TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS
Applicability
a. The sources controlled by the scrubber(ID No. CD-PB-PGT)are subject to 15A NCAC 2D .1100"Control of
Toxic Air Pollutants"but have not been considered in an evaluation pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0706
"Modifications."
b. The Division shall notify the Permittee 60 days prior to reopening the permit,if necessary,to establish
emission limitations,monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting necessary to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC
2D.1100. [NCGS 143-215.108(c)]
9. 15A NCAC 2D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability [40 CFR 63.7485]
a. For this existing process heater designed to burn gas 1 fuels (ID No.3201),the Permittee shall comply with all
applicable provisions, including the monitoring,recordkeeping, and reporting contained in Environmental
Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I "Maximum Achievable Control Technology"(MACT)
as promulgated in 40 CFR 63, Subpart DDDDD."National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for
Major Sources:Industrial,Commercial,and Institutional Boilers and Process Heaters"and Subpart A"General
Provisions."
i. Condition 2.LE.9 applies only when the Permittee operates the Wellons(ID No.3201)in operating scenario 2
(OS-2).
Definitions and Nomenclature [40 CFR 63.7575]
b. For the purpose of this permit condition,the definitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.7575 shall apply.
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions [40 CFR 63.7565]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 63 Subpart A General Provisions according to the
applicability of Subpart A to such sources as identified in Table 10 to 40 CFR Part 63,Subpart DDDDD.
Compliance Date 140 CFR 63.7495(b)]
d. The Permittee shall complete the initial tune up and the one-time energy assessment no later than January 31,2016.
140 CFR 63.7495(b), 63.7510(e)]
i. If the Wellons(ID No.3201)is not operated in OS-2 prior to January 1,2016,the Permittee shall complete the
initial tune up no later than 30 days after startup. [40 CFR 63.75100)]
Notifications 140 CFR 63.7545, 63.7530(d),(e),(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a Notification of Compliance Status. The notification shall contain the following:
i. A description of the affected unit(s)including identification of which subcategories the unit is in,the design
heat input capacity of the unit,and description of the fuel(s)burned.
ii. the following certification(s)of compliance,as applicable:
i.-"This facility complies with the required initial tune-up according to the procedures in condition g.i.through
g.v. and in. ii.' (40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(i)through(vi));and
ii.-"This facility has had an energy assessment performed according to condition k.(40 CFR 63.7530(e))."
The notification must be signed by a responsible official and sent before the close of business on the 60th day
following the completion of the initial tune up and one time energy assessment(whichever is later).
General Compliance Requirements 140 CFR 63.7505(a),63.7500(f)]
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f. The Permittee shall be in compliance with the work practice standards in this subpart. These standards apply at all
times the affected unit is operating.
Work Practice Standards[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall conduct a tune-up of the process heater annually as specified below.
i. As applicable, inspect the burner, and clean or replace any components of the burner as necessary(you may
delay the burner inspection until the next scheduled unscheduled unit shutdown;
ii. 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;
iii. Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,as applicable,and ensure that it is correctly calibrated and
functioning properly(you may delay the inspection until the next scheduled unit shutdown)'
iv. Optimize total emissions of carbon monoxide.This optimization should be consistent with the manufacturer's
specifications,if available,and with any NOx requirement to which the unit is subject.
v. 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 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).Measurements may be
taken using a portable CO analyzer.
[40CFR 63.7500(a),63.7540(a)(10)]
h. Each annual tune-up shall be conducted no more than 13 months after the previous tune-up. [40CFR 63.7515(d)]
i. If the unit is not operating on the required date for a tune-up,the tune-up must be conducted within 30 calendar
days of startup.
[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(13),63.7515(g)]
j. At all times,you must 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.Determination of whether such operation and maintenance procedures are being used
will be based on information available to the Administrator that may include,but is not limited to,monitoring
results,review of operation and maintenance procedures,review of operation and maintenance records,and
inspection of the source.
[40 CFR 63.7500(a)(3)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in f,through J.are not
met.
Energy Assessment Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(b)]
k. The Permittee shall have a one-time energy assessment performed by a qualified energy assessor. The energy
assessment must include the following items:
i. A visual inspection of the boiler system;
ii. An evaluation of operating characteristics of the affected boiler systems,specifications of energy use systems,
operating and maintenance procedures,and unusual operating constraints;
iii. An inventory of major energy use systems consuming energy from affected boiler(s)and which are under
control of the boiler owner or operator;
iv. A review of available architectural and engineering plans,facility operation and maintenance procedures and
logs,and fuel usage;
v. A list of major energy conservation measures that are within the facility's control;
vi. A list of the energy savings potential of the energy conservation measures identified;and
vii. A comprehensive report detailing the ways to improve efficiency,the cost of specific improvements,benefits,
and the time frame for recouping those investments.
1. The energy assessment will be 8 on-site technical labor hours in length maximum,but may be longer at the
discretion of the owner or operator of the affected source.The boiler system(s)and any on-site(excluding MDF
plant)energy use system(s)accounting for at least 50 percent of the affected boiler(s)energy(e.g.,steam,hot water,
process heat,or electricity)production,as applicable,will be evaluated to identify energy savings opportunities,
within the limit of performing an 8-hour on-site energy assessment.
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[40 CFR 63.7500(a)(1),Table 3]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the requirements in k.through 1. are not
met.
Recordkeeping Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 63.7555]
in. The Permittee shall keep the following:
i. A copy of each notification and report submitted to comply with this subpart,including all documentation
supporting any Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status,or semiannual compliance report that
has been submitted,according to the requirements in 40 CFR 63.1 0(b)(2)(xiv).
[40 CFR 63.7555(a)(1)]
ii. Maintain on-site and submit,if requested by the Administrator,an annual report containing the information in
paragraphs(A)through(C)below:
(A) The concentrations of carbon monoxide in the effluent stream in parts per million by volume,and oxygen
in volume percent,measured before and after the adjustments of the source;
(B) A description of any corrective actions taken as a part of the combustion adjustment;and
(C) The type and amount of fuel used over the 12 months prior to the annual adjustment,but only if the unit
was physically and legally capable of using more than one type of fuel during that period.Units sharing a fuel
meter may estimate the fuel use by each unit.
[40 CFR 63.7540(a)(10)(vi)]
iii. The associated records for conditions f.through 1.including:
(A) the occurrence and duration of each malfunction of operation(i.e.,process equipment)or the required air
pollution control and monitoring equipment.
[40 CFR 63.1 0(b)(2)(ii)]
iv, maintain records of the calendar date,time,occurrence and duration of each startup and shutdown.
[40 CFR 63.7555(i)]
v. maintain records of the type(s)and amount(s)of fuels used during each startup and shutdown.
[40 CFR 63.75550)]
n. The Permittee shall:
i. maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review;
ii. keep each record for 5 years following the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance, corrective
action,report,or record;and
iii. keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,
corrective action,report, or record. The Permittee can keep the records offsite for the remaining 3 years.
[40 CFR 63,7560,63.10(b)(1)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if records are not maintained per
conditions m.through n.
Reporting Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q.0508(f)]
o. In lieu of a 1-year reporting requirement pursuant to 40 CFR 63.7550(b),the Permittee has elected to submit
compliance reports to the DAQ on a semi-annual basis. The Permittee shall submit the compliance report
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.
i. The first report shall cover the period beginning on January 31,2016 and shall be postmarked on or before
July 30,2016.
ii. These reports must also be submitted electronically through the EPA's Central Data Exchange(CDX)
(www.epa.gov/cdx).However,if the reporting form specific to this subpart is not available in CEDRI at the
time that the report is due the report the Permittee submit the report to the at the appropriate address listed in 40
CFR 63.13. [40 CFR 63.7550(h)(3)]
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A. The Permittee may submit the CDX report in condition o.ii. above on a 1-year basis as allowed pursuant to
40 CFR 63.7550(b).
p. The compliance report must contain the following information:
i. Company name and address;
ii. Process unit information, emissions limitations, and operating parameter limitations;
iii. Date of report and beginning and ending dates of the reporting period;
iv. The total operating time during the reporting period;
iv. If there are no deviations from the requirements of the work practice requirements in condition g. above,a
statement that there were no deviations from the work practice standards during the reporting period; and
v. Include the date of the most recent tune-up for each unit required to conduct an annual tune-up according to
condition g. Include the date of the most recent burner inspection if it was not done annually and was delayed
until the next scheduled or unscheduled unit shutdown.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(c),Table 9]
q. If there is a deviation from a work practice standard during the reporting period,the report must contain the
following information:
i. A description of the deviation and which emission limit or operating limit from which you deviated; and
ii. Information on the number,duration,and cause of deviations(including unknown cause), as applicable,and the
corrective action taken.
[40 CFR 63.7550(a)and(d),63.7540(b),Table 9]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I if the reporting requirements in o.through
q. are not met.
10. 15A NCAC 2D.0503: PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the Wellons (ID No 3201,when operating in OS-2 only)that are discharged
from this source into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.33 pounds per million Btu heat input. [15A NCAC 2D
.0503(a)]
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 condition a.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 2D .0503.
Monitoring/RecordkeepinLr/Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring/recordkeeping/reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of natural gas in this
source.
STATE-ENFORCEABLE ONLY
11. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT-The Permittee shall notify the Regional Supervisor in writing within 15
days of the initial start date of operation in operating scenario 2 (OS-2)for the Wellons(ID No.3201).
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F. Laminating Mill:
One bagfdter(ID No. CD-3593) installed on two presses:
Short Cycle Laminating Press (ID No. 3593)
Short Cycle Laminating Press (ID No. 3594)
One Natural Gas and No. 2 oil-fired Hot Oil Heater(ID No. Pr-Heatl)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the material handling sources.
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Particulate matter Affected source:Hot Oil Heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl) 15A NCAC 2D.0503
0.60 pounds per million Btu heat-input
Affected source: Short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos. 3593
and 3594) 15A NCAC 213.0515
E=4.10P o.6�
where;E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour
P=process weight in tons per hour
Sulfur dioxide Affected source:Hot Oil Heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl) 15A NCAC 2D .0516
2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 21) .0521(d)
HAPs Affected source:Hot Oil Heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl) 15A NCAC 2D.1109
Best Combustion Practices
Volatile organic Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D.0958
compounds See Section 2.2 A.1.
Toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2 A.2; 15A NCAC 21).1100
State-enforceable only
Odors See Section 2.2 A.3; 15A NCAC 21) .1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0503:PARTICULATES FROM FUEL BURNING INDIRECT HEAT EXCHANGERS
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the combustion of No.2 oil,natural gas,and used oil from the hot oil
heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl)into the atmosphere shall not exceed 0.60 pounds per million Btu heat input.
Testing[15A NCAC 21) .2601]
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 condition a. above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 21) .0503.
Monitoring/Recordkeeping/Reporting f 15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping,or reporting is required for particulate emissions from the firing of No.2 fuel
oil and natural gas in the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl).
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0515: PARTICULATE EMISSIONS FROM MISCELLANEOUS INDUSTRIAL
PROCESSES
a. Emissions of particulate matter from the units in the short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594)
that are discharged into the atmosphere shall not exceed an allowable emission rate as calculated by the
following equations:
E=4.10Xpl.67
Where E=allowable emission rate in pounds per hour calculated to three significant figures
P=process weight rate in tons per hour
Liquid and gaseous fuels and combustion air are not considered as part of the process weight.
Testing [15A NCAC 2D .2601]
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b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in
condition a. (above)for particulate matter,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
2D .0515.
Monitorin2/Recordkeepin2/Reportin2 [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. Particulate matter emissions from the short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594)shall be
controlled using the reverse flow bagfilter(ID No. CD-3593). To assure compliance,the Permittee shall
perform inspections and maintenance as recommended by the manufacturer. In addition to the manufacturer=s
inspection and maintenance recommendations, or if there is no manufacturer=s inspection and maintenance
recommendations, as a minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include the following:
i. a monthly visual inspection of the system ductwork and material collection unit for leaks; and
ii. an annual(for each 12 month period following the initial inspection)internal inspection of the bagfilter's
structural integrity.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if the ductwork and bagfilters are
not inspected and maintained.
d. The results of inspection and maintenance 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; and
iii. the results of maintenance performed on any control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0515 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit the results of any maintenance performed on the bagfilter(ID No. CD-3593)within
30 days of a written request by the DAQ.
f. 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.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Sulfur dioxide emissions from the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl)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.
Testin [15A NCAC 2D .2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition a.
above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0516.
Monitorin2/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. No monitoring,record keeping, or reporting is required for sulfur dioxide emissions from the firing of natural
gas or No.2 fuel oil in the hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl).
4. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. As required by 15A NCAC 2D .052l(d)"Control of Visible Emissions,"visible emissions from the units in the
Laminating Mill,including the short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594)and hot oil heater( ID
No.Pr-Heatl),shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute period[15A NCAC
2D .0521(d)]. However,six minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent opacity if:
i. No six-minute period exceeds 87 percent opacity;
ii. No more than one six-minute period exceeds 20 percent opacity in any hour;and
iii. No more than four six-minute periods exceed 20 percent opacity in any 24-hour period
Testing[15A NCAC 2D .2601]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2601 and
General Condition JJ found in Section 3. If the results of the test performed exceed the limits given in condition
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a. (above)for visible emissions,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0521.
Monitorina/Recordkeeping [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance,the Permittee shall observe,on a weekly basis,the following emission points in the
Particleboard mill for any visible emissions above normal:
Emission Source Emission Point ID No.
short cycle laminating presses(ID Nos.3593 and 3594) CD-3593
hot oil heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl) Pr-Heatl
The weekly observation must be made for each of the calendar year period to ensure compliance with this
requirement. If visible emissions from the short cycle laminating presses and/or hot oil heater 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 .2601 (Method 9)for 12 minutes is below the limit given in condition 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 for visible emissions shall be maintained in a logbook(written or electronic
format)on-site and made available to an authorized representative upon request. To ensure quality,entries in
the logbook should be signed by personnel responsible for the effective operation of the units in the
particleboard mill and their air pollution control devices.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 monitoring and record keeping activities by 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.
5. 15A NCAC 2D.1109: Case-by-Case MACT
a. The Permittee shall use best combustion practices when operating the affected heater(ID No.Pr-Heatl). The
initial compliance date for this work practice standard and the associated monitoring,recordkeeping,and
reporting requirements is October 18,2013. These conditions need not be included on the annual compliance
certification until after the initial compliance date.
Mon itorin2/Recordkeepin2
b. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall perform an annual boiler inspection and maintenance as
recommended by the manufacturer, or as a minimum,the inspection and maintenance requirement shall include
the following:
i. Inspect the burner,and clean or replace any components of the burner as necessary;
ii. Inspect the flame pattern and make any adjustments to the bumer necessary to optimize the flame pattern;
and,
iii. Inspect the system controlling the air-to-fuel ratio,and ensure that it is correctly calibrated and functioning
properly.
The Permittee shall conduct at least one tune-up per calendar year to demonstrate compliance with this
requirement. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if the affected
heater is not inspected and maintained as required above.
c. The results of inspection and maintenance 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 of each recorded action;
ii. The results of each inspection; and,
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iii. The results of any maintenance performed on the heater.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .1109 if these records are not
maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
d. No reporting is required.
G. Four MDF Resin Storage Tanks (11)Nos. MDFR-1, MDFR-2, MDFR-3,MDFR-4)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the material handling sources.
—Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Volatile organic Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
compounds See Section 2.2 A.1.
Toxic air pollutants See Section 2.2 A.2; State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D .1100
Odors Odorous emissions must be controlled 15A NCAC 2D.1806
Section 2.2.A.3; State-enforceable only
H. The following combustion source:
Table H.
Emission Source ID Emission Source Description Control Device ID No. Control Device
No. Description
DFP-1 Diesel fuel-fired Fire Pump NA NA
MACT ZZZZ Engine(347 Brake Horsepower output)
NSPS IIII
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources above:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
Various New Source Performance Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0524[40 CFR Part 60, Subpart IIII]
Toxic Air Pollutants State-enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D .1100
Hazardous Air Maximum Achievable Control Technology(No 15A NCAC 2D .1111
Pollutants applicable requirements) [40 CFR Part 63, Subpart
ZZZZ]
Odors See Section 2.2 A.3; 15A NCAC 2D .1806
State-enforceable only
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from this source shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-minute
period. However, six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour and not
more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent
opacity. [15A NCAC 2D .0521 (d)]
Testing[I5A 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 condition 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 diesel fuel in this
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source.
2. 15A NCAC 2D.0524: NEW SOURCE PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Applicability [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f),40 CFR 60.4200(a)(2)(ii)]
a. For this engine,the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, including the requirements for emission
standards,notification,testing,reporting,record keeping, and monitoring, contained in Environmental Management
Commission Standard 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source Performance Standards(NSPS)" as promulgated in 40
CFR Part 60 Subpart I1II,Standards of Performance for Stationary Compression Ignition Internal Combustion
Engines,"including Subpart A"General Provisions."
General Provisions[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
b. Pursuant to 40 CFR 60.4218,The Permittee shall comply with the General Provisions of 40 CFR 60 Subpart A as
presented in Table 8 of 40 CFR 60 Subpart IIII.
Emission Standards [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the emission standards in Table 4 of NSPS subpart 1111 for all pollutants, for the
same model year and maximum engine power for this engine. [40CFR 60.4205(c)]
Fuel Requirements[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
d. The Permittee shall use diesel fuel in the engine with:
i. a maximum sulfur content of 15 ppm;and
ii. a minimum cetane index of 40 or a maximum aromatic content of 35 volume percent.
[40 CFR 60.4207(b)and 40 CFR 80.510(b)]
Testin [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
e. 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 conditions c.and d.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0524.
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
f. The engine has the following monitoring requirements:
i. The engines shall be equipped with a non-resettable hour meter prior to startup. [40CFR 60.4209(a)]
ii. The engine,if equipped with a diesel particulate filter,must be installed with a backpressure monitor that
notifies the owner or operator when the high backpressure limit of the engine is approached. [40CFR
60.4209(b)]
Compliance Requirements[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(b)]
g. The Permittee shall:
i. operate and maintain the engines and control devices according to the manufacturer's emission related-written
instructions over the entire life of the engine;
ii. change only those emission-related settings that are permitted by the manufacturer;and
iii. meet the requirements of 40 CFR 89, 94 and/or 1068 as applicable.
[40CFR 60.4206 and 60.4211(a)]
h. The Permittee shall comply with the emission standards in condition c.by purchasing an engine certified to the
emission standards in condition c.The engine shall be installed and configured according to the manufacturer's
emission-related specifications. [40CFR 60.4211(c)]
i. In order for the engine to be considered an emergency stationary ICE under this condition,any operation other than
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emergency operation,maintenance and testing,emergency demand response,and operation in non-emergency
situations for 50 hours per year,as described below,is prohibited.
(1) There is no time limit on the use of emergency stationary ICE in emergency situations.
(2) The Permittee may operate the emergency stationary ICE for any combination of the purposes specified in
paragraphs(i(2)(i)through(iii)of this condition for a maximum of 100 hours per calendar year. Any operation
for non-emergency situations as allowed by paragraph(i)(3)of this condition counts as part of the 100 hours
per calendar year allowed by this paragraph(i)(2).
(i) Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for maintenance checks and readiness testing,provided that
the tests are recommended by federal,state or local government,the manufacturer,the vendor,the
regional transmission organization or equivalent balancing authority and transmission operator,or the
insurance company associated with the engine.The owner or operator may petition the Administrator for
approval of additional hours to be used for maintenance checks and readiness testing,but a petition is not
required if the owner or operator maintains records indicating that federal,state,or local standards require
maintenance and testing of emergency ICE beyond 100 hours per calendar year.
(ii) Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for emergency demand response for periods in which the
Reliability Coordinator under the North American Electric Reliability Corporation(NERC)Reliability
Standard EOP-002-3, Capacity and Energy Emergencies(incorporated by reference,see 40 CFR 60.17),
or other authorized entity as determined by the Reliability Coordinator,has declared an Energy Emergency
Alert Level 2 as defined in the NERC Reliability Standard EOP-002-3.
(iii)Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for periods where there is a deviation of voltage or frequency
of 5 percent or greater below standard voltage or frequency.
(3) Emergency stationary ICE may be operated for up to 50 hours per calendar year in non-emergency situations.
The 50 hours of operation in non-emergency situations are counted as part of the 100 hours per calendar year
for maintenance and testing and emergency demand response provided in paragraph(i)(2)of this condition.
Except as provided in paragraph(i)(3)(i)of this condition,the 50 hours per calendar year for non-emergency
situations cannot be used for peak shaving or non-emergency demand response,or to generate income for a
facility to an electric grid or otherwise supply power as part of a financial arrangement with another entity.
(i) The 50 hours per year for non-emergency situations can be used to supply power as part of a financial
arrangement with another entity if all of the following conditions are met:
(A) The engine is dispatched by the local balancing authority or local transmission and distribution system
operator;
(B) The dispatch is intended to mitigate local transmission and/or distribution limitations so as to avert
potential voltage collapse or line overloads that could lead to the interruption of power supply in a
local area or region.
(C) The dispatch follows reliability,emergency operation or similar protocols that follow specific NERC,
regional,state,public utility commission or local standards or guidelines.
(D) The power is provided only to the facility itself or to support the local transmission and distribution
system.
(E) The owner or operator identifies and records the entity that dispatches the engine and the specific
NERC,regional,state,public utility commission or local standards or guidelines that are being
followed for dispatching the engine.The local balancing authority or local transmission and
distribution system operator may keep these records on behalf of the engine owner or operator.
[40CFR 60.4211(f)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0524,if the requirements in conditions f.
through i.are not met.
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
j. To assure compliance,the Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance on the engine as recommended by
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the manufacturer per 40 CFR 60.4206 and 40 CFR 60.4211(a).The results of inspection and maintenance 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;
iii. the results of any maintenance performed on the engine;
iv. any variance from manufacturer's recommendations, if any, and corrections made;
v. the hours of operation of the engine in emergency and non-emergency service. [40 CFR 60.4214(b)]
vi. if a PM filter is used,records of any corrective action taken after the backpressure monitor has notified the
owner or operator that the high backpressure limit of the engine is approached[40 CFR60.4214(c)];and
vii. documentation from the manufacturer that the engine is certified to meet the emission standards in
condition c.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D .0524 if these records are not maintained.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
k. 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 noncompliance
with the requirements of this permit shall be clearly identified.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability [40 CFR 63.6585, 6590(a)(2)(ii)]
a. For these engines(stationary RICE with a site rating of equal to or less than 500 brake HP located at a major source
of HAP emissions)the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions, including the monitoring,
recordkeeping,and reporting contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D
1111 "Maximum Achievable Control Technology" (MACT)as promulgated in 40 CFR 63, Subpart ZZZZ,
"National Emission Standards For Hazardous Air Pollutants For Stationary Reciprocating Internal Combustion
Engines"and Subpart A"General Provisions."
Stationary RICE subject to Regulations under 40 CFR Part 60[15 A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
b. Pursuant to 40 CFR 63.6590(c)(6),these sources must meet the requirements of 40 CFR 63 Subpart ZZZZ and
Subpart A by meeting the requirements of 40 CFR part 60 subpart IIII.No further requirements apply for these
engines under 40 CFR 63 Subpart ZZZZ and Subpart A.
If the requirements in condition b. are not met,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC
2D .1111.
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STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
4. 15A NCAC 2D.1100: CONTROL OF TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS
Applicability
a. This source is subject to 15A NCAC 2D .1100"Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"but has not been considered in
an evaluation pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0706"Modifications."
b. The Division shall notify the Permittee 60 days prior to reopening the permit,if necessary,to establish
emission limitations,monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting necessary to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC
2D .1100. [NCGS 143-215.108(c)]
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I. The following combustion sources:
Table I.
Emission Source ID Emission Source Description Control Device ID No. Control Device
No. Description
ES-21 Diesel Fuel-fired Emergency NA NA
MACT ZZZZ Generator(1592 Brake Horsepower
output)
ES-ODG Diesel-fuel Fired Emergency Generator NA NA
MACT ZZZZ (465 horsepower,3,026 million Btu per
hour heat input)
The following table provides a summary of limits and/or standards for the emission sources above:
Regulated Pollutant - Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
Sulfur dioxide 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input 15A NCAC 2D .0516
Visible emissions 20 percent opacity 15A NCAC 2D .0521
Toxic Air Pollutants State-Enforceable Only 15A NCAC 2D.1100
ID No.ES-21 only
Hazardous Air 15A NCAC 2D.1111
Pollutants Maximum Achievable Control Technology [40 CFR Part 63,Subpart
ZZZZ]
Odors See Section 2.2 A.3. 15A NCAC 2D.1806
State-Enforceable Onl
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0521: CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS
a. Visible emissions from these sources shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged over a six-
minute period. However,six-minute averaging periods may exceed 20 percent not more than once in any hour
and not more than four times in any 24-hour period. In no event shall the six-minute average exceed 87 percent
opacity. [15A NCAC 2D.0521 (d)]
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 condition 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 diesel fuel in
this source.
2. 15A NCAC 2D .0516: SULFUR DIOXIDE EMISSIONS FROM COMBUSTION SOURCES
a. Emissions of sulfur dioxide from these sources shall not exceed 2.3 pounds per million Btu heat input. Sulfur
dioxide formed by the combustion of sulfur in fuels,wastes,ores, and other substances shall be included when
determining compliance with this standard. [15A NCAC 2D.0516]
Testing[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ found in
Section 3. If the results of this test are above the limit given in condition 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 diesel fuel in this
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source.
3. 15A NCAC 2D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability [40 CFR 63.6585,63.6590(a)(1)(i)]
a. For this emission source(ID No.ES-21)(existing stationary RICE with a site rating of more than 500 brake HP
located at a major source of HAP emissions),the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,including
the monitoring,recordkeeping, and reporting contained in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A
NCAC 02D.1111 "Maximum Achievable Control Technology" (MACT)as promulgated in 40 CFR 63, Subpart
ZZZZ"National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Stationary Reciprocating Internal
Combustion Engines"and Subpart A"General Provisions."
Stationary RICE subject to limited requirements [40 CFR 63.6590(b)]
b. Pursuant to 40 CFR 63.6590(b)(3)(iii),these sources do not have to meet the requirements of 40 CFR 63 Subpart
ZZZZ and Subpart A,including initial notification requirements.
STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
4. 15A NCAC 2D.1100: CONTROL OF TOXIC AIR POLLUTANTS
Applicability
a. This source(ID No. ES-21)is subject to 15A NCAC 2D.1100"Control of Toxic Air Pollutants"but has not
been considered in an evaluation pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0706"Modifications."
b. The Division shall notify the Permittee 60 days prior to reopening the permit, if necessary,to establish
emission limitations,monitoring,recordkeeping or reporting necessary to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC
2D .1100. [NCGS 143-215.108(c)]
5. 15A NCAC 2D.1111: MAXIMUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
Applicability[40 CFR 63.6585,63.6590(a)(1)(ii)]
a. For this emission source(ID No.ES-ODG)(existing stationary RICE with a site rating of less than or equal to 500
brake HP located at a major source of HAP emissions),the Permittee shall comply with all applicable provisions,
including the monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting contained in Environmental Management Commission
Standard 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I "Maximum Achievable Control Technology" (MACT)as promulgated in 40 CFR
63, Subpart ZZZZ"National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants for Stationary Reciprocating
Internal Combustion Engines" and Subpart A"General Provisions."
Definitions and Nomenclature
b. For the purposes of this permit condition,the defmitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.6675 shall
apply.
Applicability Date 140 CFR 63.6595(a)(1)]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the applicable emission limitations,operating limitations, and other requirements
no later than May 3,2013.
Notifications [40 CFR 63.6645(a)(5)]
d. The Permittee has no notification requirements.
General Provisions [40 CFR 63.6665]
e. The Permittee shall comply with the General Provisions as applicable pursuant to Table 8 of 40 CFR 63 Subpart
ZZZZ
Operating and Maintenance Requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(b)]
f. During periods of startup of the IC engine,the Permittee shall minimize the engine's time spent at idle and minimize
the engine's startup time at startup to a period needed for appropriate and safe loading of the engine,not to exceed
30 minutes,after which time the non-startup emission limitations apply.[40 CFR 63.6602 and 63.6625(h)]
g. Except during periods of startup of the IC engine,the Permittee shall:
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i. Change oil and filter every 500 hours of operation or annually,whichever comes first;
ii. Inspect air cleaner every 1,000 hours of operation or annually,whichever comes first,and replace as necessary;
and
iii. Inspect all hoses and belts every 500 hours of operation or annually,whichever comes first, and replace as
necessary.
[40 CFR 63.6602,Table 2C]
h. The Permittee shall have the option to utilize the oil analysis program as described in 40 CFR 63.6625(i)in order to
extend the specified oil change requirement in condition g. [40 CFR 63.6602,Table 2C, 63.6625(i)]
i. If an emergency engine is operating during an emergency and it is not possible to shut down the engine in order to
perform the management practice requirements on the schedule required in condition g.,or if performing the
management practice on the required schedule would otherwise pose an unacceptable risk under Federal,State,or
local law,the management practice can be delayed until the emergency is over or the unacceptable risk under
Federal; State,or local law has abated.
The management practice should be performed as soon as practicable after the emergency has ended or the
unacceptable risk under Federal, State, or local law has abated. Sources must report any failure to perform the
management practice on the schedule required and the Federal, State or local law under which the risk was deemed
unacceptable. [40 CFR 63.6602,Table 2C]
j. The permittee shall be in compliance with the emission limitations, operating limitations and other requirements in
this subpart that apply at all times. [40 CFR 63.6605(a)]
k. 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.The general duty to minimize emissions does not require you to make any further efforts to
reduce emissions if levels required by this standard have been achieved.Determination of whether such operation
and maintenance procedures are being used will be based on information available to the Administrator which may
include,but is not limited to,monitoring results,review of operation and maintenance procedures,review of
operation and maintenance records,and inspection of the source. [40 CFR 63.6605(b)]
1. The Permittee shall operate and maintain the stationary RICE and after-treatment control device(if any)according
to the manufacturer's emission-related written instructions or develop a maintenance plan which must provide to the
extent practicable for the maintenance and operation of the engine in a manner consistent with good air pollution
control practice for minimising emissions. [40 CFR 63.6625(e)and 63.6640(a),Table 6]
in. In order for the engine to be considered an emergency stationary RICE under this condition,any operation other
than emergency operation,maintenance and testing, emergency demand response,and operation in non-emergency
situations for 50 hours per year, as described in paragraphs(1)through(3)below,is prohibited.
(1) There is no time limit on the use of emergency stationary RICE in emergency situations.
(2) The Permittee may operate the emergency stationary RICE for any combination of the purposes specified in
paragraphs(i)through(iii)below for a maximum of 100 hours per calendar year.Any operation for non-
emergency situations as allowed by paragraph(3)below counts as part of the 100 hours per calendar year
allowed by this paragraph(2).
(i) Emergency stationary RICE may be operated for maintenance checks and readiness testing,provided that
the tests are recommended by federal,state or local government,the manufacturer,the vendor,the
regional transmission organization or equivalent balancing authority and transmission operator,or the
insurance company associated with the engine.
The owner or operator may petition the Administrator for approval of additional hours to be used for
maintenance checks and readiness testing,but a petition is not required if the owner or operator maintains
records indicating that federal, state, or local standards require maintenance and testing of emergency
RICE beyond 100 hours per calendar year.
(ii) Emergency stationary RICE may be operated for emergency demand response for periods in which the
Reliability Coordinator under the North American Electric Reliability Corporation(NERC)Reliability
Standard EOP-002-3,Capacity and Energy Emergencies(incorporated by reference,see 40 CFR 63.14),
or other authorized entity as determined by the Reliability Coordinator,has declared an Energy Emergency
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Alert Level 2 as defined in the NERC Reliability Standard EOP—002-3.
(iii)Emergency stationary RICE may be operated for periods where there is a deviation of voltage or frequency
of 5 percent or greater below standard voltage or frequency.
(3)Emergency stationary RICE located at major sources of HAP may be operated for up to 50 hours per calendar
year in non-emergency situations. The 50 hours of operation in non-emergency situations are counted as part
of the 100 hours per calendar year for maintenance and testing and emergency demand response provided in
paragraph(m)(2)of this section. The 50 hours per year for non-emergency situations cannot be used for peak
shaving or non-emergency demand response,or to generate income for a facility to supply power to an electric
grid or otherwise supply power as part of a financial arrangement with another entity.
[40 CFR 63.6640(f)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.1111 if conditions e.through m.are not
met.
Monitoring [15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
n. The Permittee shall install a non-resettable hour meter on the IC engine if one is not already installed. [40 CFR
63.6625(f)]
Recordkeeping[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
o. The Permittee shall keep the following:
i. A copy of each notification and report that you submitted to comply with this subpart,including all
documentation supporting any Initial Notification or Notification of Compliance Status that you submitted,
according to the requirement in 40 CFR 63.10(b)(2)(xiv).[40 CFR 63.6655(a)(1)]
ii. Records of the occurrence and duration of each malfunction of operation(i.e.,process equipment)or the air
pollution control and monitoring equipment. [40 CFR 63.6655(a)(2)]
iii. Records of all required maintenance performed on the air pollution control and monitoring equipment. [40 CFR
63.6655(a)(4)]
iv. Records of actions taken during periods of malfunction to minimize emissions in accordance with condition k.,
including corrective actions to restore malfunctioning process and air pollution control and monitoring
equipment to its normal or usual manner of operation. [40 CFR 63.6655(a)(5)]
v. Records of the maintenance conducted on the RICE pursuant to condition 1. [40 CFR 63.6655(d)and(e)]
vi. Records of the hours of operation of the engine that is recorded through the non-resettable hour meter.The
Permittee shall document how many hours are spent for emergency operation,including what classified the
operation as emergency and how many hours are spent for non-emergency operation.If the engine is used for
the purposes specified in(m)(2)(ii)or(iii)above,the owner or operator must keep records of the notification of
the emergency situation,and the date, start time, and end time of engine operation for these purposes.
[40 CFR 63.6655(f)]
p. The Permittee shall keep each record in a form suitable and readily accessible in hard copy or electronic form for at
least 5 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,maintenance,corrective action,report,or record,
according to 40 CFR 63.10(b)(1). [40 CFR 63.6660(a),(b),(c)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.1111 if conditions o.through P.are not
met.
Reporting [15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
q. 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 noncompliance
must be clearly identified. [40 CFR 63.6640(b),(e),and 63.6650(f)]
i. The summary report shall also include any reporting required under condition i.,as necessary. [40 CFR
63.6602,Table 2C]
r. If the Permittee owns or operates an emergency stationary RICE with a site rating of more than 100 brake HP that
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operates or is contractually obligated to be available for more than 15 hours per calendar year for the purposes
specified in(m)(2)(ii)and(iii)above,the Permittee shall submit an annual report according to the requirements at
40 CFR 63.6650(h).This report must be submitted to the Regional Supervisor and the EPA. [40 CFR 63.6650(h)]
The Perm ittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with the reporting requirements of 15A NCAC 2D.1111 if
condition q and r are not met.
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2.2 - Multiple Emission Source(s) Specific (_,imitations and Conditions
A. Facility-wide affected emission sources
The following table provides a summary of limits and standards applicable facility wide:
Regulated Pollutant Limits/Standards Applicable Regulation
volatile organic compounds Work Practice Standards 15A NCAC 2D .0958
toxic air pollutants State enforceable only 15A NCAC 2D .1100
odors Odorous emissions must be controlled 15A NCAC 21).1806
State enforceable only
Hazardous air pollutants National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air 15A NCAC 2D.1111
Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood (40 CFR 63,Subpart DDDD)
Products
1. 15A NCAC 2D.0958: WORK PRACTICES FOR SOURCES OF VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUNDS
a. Pursuant to 15A NCAC 21) .0958 and 21) .0902,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 volatile organic compounds, or emit volatile organic compounds as a product of chemical
reactions;the Permittee shall:
i. store all material,including waste material,containing volatile organic compounds 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 volatile organic compounds as soon as possible following proper safety procedures,
iii. store wipe rags containing volatile organic compounds in closed containers,
iv. not clean sponges,fabric,wood,paper products,and other absorbent materials with volatile organic
compounds,
v. transfer solvents containing volatile organic compounds 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, and
vi. clean mixing,blending, and manufacturing vats and containers containing volatile organic compounds 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. [15A NCAC 2D.0958(c)]
b. When cleaning parts with a solvent containing a volatile organic compound,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,and
v. not agitate solvent to the point of causing splashing. [15A NCAC 21).0958(d)]
Monitoring[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
c. To ensure compliance with this standard,the Permittee shall,at a minimum,perform a monthly visual
inspection of all operations and processes utilizing volatile organic compounds. The inspection shall include,
but not be limited to,VOC storage,cleaning,and transfer operations to determine compliance with the
requirements specified in conditions a.and b. above. The inspections shall be conducted during normal
operations. If the required monthly inspections are not conducted the Permittee shall be deemed to be in
noncompliance with 15A NCAC 21) .0958.
Recordkeeaing[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
d. The results of the inspections shall be maintained in a log(written or electronic format)on-site and made
available to an authorized representative upon request. The log shall record the following:
i. the date and time of each 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.
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Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
e. The Permittee shall submit a summary report of the observations by 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 02Q.0705 (c): EXISTING FACILITES AND SIC CALLS.
a. As of October 14,2009 the Permittee demonstrated compliance with 15A NCAC 2D.1100 on a facility-wide
basis.
STATE ENFORCEABLE ONLY
3. 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.
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4. 15A NCAC 2D.1111: NUXEWUM ACHIEVABLE CONTROL TECHNOLOGY
a. For the emission sources subject to"MACT DDDD"as indicated in the permitted equipment list,the Permittee
shall comply with all applicable provisions,including the monitoring,recordkeeping,and reporting contained
in Environmental Management Commission Standard 15A NCAC 02D.1111 "Maximum Achievable Control
Technology" (MACT)as promulgated in 40 CFR 63, Subpart DDDD,National Emission Standards for
Hazardous Air Pollutants:Plywood and Composite Wood Products.
Definitions and Nomenclature [40 CFR 63.2292]
b. For the purpose of this permit condition,the defmitions and nomenclature contained in 40 CFR 63.2292 shall
apply.
40 CFR Part 63 Subpart A General Provisions [40 CFR 63.2290]
c. The Permittee shall comply with the requirements of 40 CFR 0 63 Subpart A General Provisions according to
the applicability of Subpart A to such sources,as identified in Table 10 to 40 CFR Part 63,Subpart DDDD
Operating Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
d. For the emission sources subject to"MACT DDDD" as indicated in the permitted equipment list the Permittee
shall comply with compliance options and operating requirements described in Tables IA, 1B,and 2 to 40 CFR
63 and in paragraph 40 CFR 63.2240(c)by using one or more of the compliance options listed in paragraphs
(a),(b),and(c)of 40 CFR 63.2240 for each process unit. [40 CFR 63.2240]
e. The Permittee must always operate and maintain the affected source,including air pollution control and
monitoring equipment,according to the provisions in 40 CFR 63.6(e)(1)(i). [40 CFR 63.2250(b)]
f. The Permittee must develop a written Startup, Shutdown,and Malfunction Plan(SSMP)according to the
provisions in 40 CFR 63.6(e)(3). [40 CFR 63.2250(c)]
g. To the extent practical,startup and shutdown of emission control systems must be scheduled during times when
process equipment is also shut down. [40 CFR 63.2251(e)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I if the operating requirements in
d.through g.are not met.
Work Practice Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
h. The Permittee shall meet each work practice requirement per 40 CFR 63.2241,as applicable. [40 CFR 63.2241]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if the work practice requirements
in condition h.are not met.
Affected Sources Not Subiect to Operating Requirements[40 CFR 63.2252]
i. For process units not subject to the operating requirements in paragraph(d)through(g),The Permittee is not
required to comply with the compliance options,work practice requirements,performance testing,monitoring,
SSM plans, and recordkeeping or reporting requirements of this 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD, or any other
requirements in 40 CFR 63 Subpart A except for the initial notification requirements in 40 CFR 63.9(b).
Testin [15A NCAC 02D.2601]
j. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance General Condition JJ.If the results
of this test are above the limits given in paragraph d.above,the Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance
with 15A NCAC 02D A 112.
Initial Compliance requirements [15A NCAC 02D.2601,40 CFR 63.2260 through 40 CFR 63.2269]
k. To demonstrate initial compliance with the compliance options and operating requirements,the Permittee must
conduct performance tests and establish each site-specific operating requirement in Table 2 to 40 CFR 63
Subpart DDDD according to the requirements in 40CFR 63.2262 and Table 4 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD.
Combustion units that accept process exhausts into the flame zone are exempt from the initial performance
testing and operating requirements for thermal oxidizers.
1. The Permittee must demonstrate initial compliance with each compliance option,operating requirement,and
work practice requirement that applies to the Permittee according to Tables 5 and 6 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart
DDDD and according to 40 CFR 63.2260 through 40 CFR 63.2269.
m. The Permittee shall conduct performance tests no later than 180 calendar days after initial startup or no later
than 180 calendar days after the compliance date that is specified for your source in 40 CFR63.2233 and
according to according to 40 CFR 63.7(a)(2),whichever is later.
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n. The Permittee shall conduct initial compliance demonstrations that do not require performance tests upon initial
startup or no later than 30 calendar days after the compliance date that is specified for your source in 40 CFR
63.2233,whichever is later. The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if
the initial compliance requirements in conditions k.through n.are not met.
Monitoring and Continuous Compliance Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f)]
o. The Permittee shall monitor and collect data according to 40 CFR 63.2270.
p. The Permittee shall demonstrate continuous compliance with the compliance options,operating requirements,
and work practice requirements in 40CFR 63.2240 and 63.2241 that apply according to the methods specified
in Tables 7 and 8 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .1111 if the requirements in conditions
o.and p.are not met.
Recordkeeping Requirements[15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 63.2282 and.2283]
q. The Permittee must keep the records listed in 40 CFR 63.2282(a).
r. The Permittee must keep the records required in Tables 7 and 8 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD to show
continuous compliance with each compliance option,operating requirement,and work practice requirement
that applies.[40CFR 63.2282(b)]
s. The Permittee must maintain records in a form suitable and readily available for expeditious review as
specified in 40 CFR 63.10(b)(1). [40 CFR 63.2283(a)]
t. As specified in 40 CFR 63.10(b)(1),the Permittee must keep each record for 5 years following the date of each
occurrence,measurement,maintenance,corrective action,report,or record. [40 CFR 63.2283(b)]
u. The Permittee must keep each record on site for at least 2 years after the date of each occurrence,measurement,
maintenance,corrective action,report,or record according to 40 CFR 63.10(b)(1).The Permittee can keep the
records offsite for the remaining 3 years. [40 CFR 63.2283(c)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if records are not maintained per
conditions q.through u.
Notification Requirements [40 CFR 63.2280]
v. The Permittee must submit all of the notifications in 40 CFR 63.7(b)and(c),63.8(e),(f)(4)and(f)(6),63.9(b)
through(e),and(g)and(h)by the dates specified. [40 CFR 63.2280(a)]
w. If you are required to conduct a performance test,you must submit a written notification of intent to conduct a
performance test at least 60 calendar days before the performance test is scheduled to begin as specified in
§63.7(b)(1).
x. If you are required to conduct a performance test,design evaluation,or other initial compliance demonstration
as specified in Tables 4, 5,and 6 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD,you must submit a Notification of Compliance
Status as specified in 40 CFR 63.9(h)(2)(ii).
i. For each initial compliance demonstration required in Table 5 or 6 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD that does
not include a performance test,you must submit the Notification of Compliance Status before the close of
business on the 30th calendar day following the completion of the initial compliance demonstration.
ii. For each initial compliance demonstration required in Tables 5 and 6 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD that
includes a performance test conducted according to the requirements in Table 4 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart
DDDD,you must submit the Notification of Compliance Status,including the performance test results,
before the close of business on the 60th calendar day following the completion of the performance test
according to 40 CFR 63.10(d)(2).
y. If you use the emissions averaging compliance option in 40 CFR 63.2240(c),you must submit an Emissions
Averaging Plan to the EPA Administrator for approval no later than 1 year before the compliance date or no
later than 1 year before the date you would begin using an emissions average,whichever is later.The
Emissions Averaging Plan must include the information in 40 CFR 63.2280(f).
z. The Permittee must notify the EPA Administrator within 30 days before any of the following actions are taken:
[40 CFR 63.2280(g)]
i. The modification or replacement the control system for any process unit subject to the compliance options
and operating requirements in paragraph(d).
ii. The shut down of any process unit included in the Emissions Averaging Plan.
iii. The change in a continuous monitoring parameter or the value or range of values of a continuous
monitoring parameter for any process unit or control device.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D.1111 if the notification requirements
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in conditions v.through z. are not met.
Reporting Requirements [15A NCAC 02Q .0508(f),40 CFR 63.2281]
aa. The permittee shall submit a compliance report semiannually 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 [40 CFR 63.2281(b)(5)]
bb. The compliance report must contain the information in 40 CFR 63.2281(c).
cc. For each deviation from a compliance option or operating requirement and for each deviation from the work
practice requirements in Table 8 to 40 CFR 63 Subpart DDDD that occurs at an affected source where you are
not using a CMS to comply with the compliance options,operating requirements,or work practice
requirements in this subpart,the compliance report must contain the information in 40 CFR 63.2281(c)(1)
through(6)and(d)(1)and(2).This includes periods of startup,shutdown, and malfunction and routine control
device maintenance. [40 CFR 63.2281(d)]
dd. For each deviation from a compliance option or operating requirement occurring at an affected source where
you are usinga CMS to comply with the compliance options and operating requirements in 40 CFR 63 Subpart
DDDD,you must include the information 40 CFR 63.228l(c)(1)through(6)and paragraphs(e)(1)through
(11).This includes periods of startup, shutdown,and malfunction and routine control device maintenance. [40
CFR 63.2281(e)]
ee. If you comply with the emissions averaging compliance option in 40 CFR 63.2240(c),you must include in your
semiannual compliance report calculations based on operating data from the semiannual reporting period that
demonstrate that actual mass removal equals or exceeds the required mass removal. [40 CFR 63.2281(f)]
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 02D .I I I I if the reporting requirements in
aa.through ee. are not met
B. Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities
1. 15A NCAC 2Q. 0317:AVOIDANCE CONDITIONS for 15A NCAC 2D.0530: PREVENTION OF
SIGNIFICANT DETERIORATION
a. In order to the avoid the applicability of 15A NCAC 2D .0530,the combined emissions from the sources indicated
in the permitted equipment list in Section 1 as the Medium Density Fiberboard Facilities(MDF sources)shall not
exceed the following limits:
i. Nitrogen oxide emissions shall not exceed 177.8 tons per consecutive 12-month.
ii. VOC emissions shall not exceed 337 tons per consecutive 12-month period.
iii. PM-2.5 emissions shall not exceed 111.9 tons per consecutive 12-month period.
iv. PM-10 emissions shall not exceed 116.9 tons per consecutive 12-month period.
Testing[15A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
b. If emissions testing is required,the testing shall be performed in accordance with General Condition JJ.
Monitorin215A NCAC 2Q .0508(f)]
c. The Permittee shall maintain a urea/water solution(45%urea concentration by volume)injection rate of 0.11 gpm
(3-hour block average)(ID No. CD02-A).This injection rate may be revised administratively pending DAQ review.
d. The Permittee shall calculate on a monthly basis the monthly and rolling 12-month total for each of the nitrogen
oxides,VOC,PM10 and PM2.5 emissions from the MDF sources.
e. For purposes of condition d.the Permittee shall utilize the following emission factors in Table 2.2.13.1 below.These
emission factors may be revised administratively pending DAQ review.
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Table 2.2.B.1
Emission PM-10 PM-2.5 VOC NOx
Point Description
EF Units EF Units EF Units EF Units
EP-01 Refiner Abort Cyclone 3.52 lb/hr 3.52 lb/hr
EP-03 Fiber Sifter System Filter 0.58 lb/hr 0.58 lb/hr 0.082 lb/ODT
EP-04 Forming Line Clean-Up Filter 0.55 lb/hr 0.55 lb/hr 0.082 lb/ODT
EP-05 Mat reject system Filter 0.48 lb/hr 0.48 lb/hr 0.082 lb/ODT
EP-07 Saw System Filter 0.84 lb/hr 0.84 lb/hr 0.01 lb/MSF
EP-08 Sander System No.I Exhaust Filter 0.90 lb/hr 0.9 lb/hr 0.01 lb/MSF
EP-09 Recycled Fiber Silo No. I Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr 0.082 lb/ODT
EP-10 Sander System No.2 Exhaust Filter 0.45 lb/hr 0.45 lb/hr 0.01 lb/MSF
EP-12 Sander Dust Silo No.I Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr 0.268 lb/ODT
EP-13 Dry Sawdust Silo Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr 0.268 lb/ODT
EP-15 Recycled Fiber Silo No.2 Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr 0.082 lb/ODT
EP-17 Sander Dust Silo No.2 Filter 0.02 lb/hr 0.02 lb/hr 0.268 lb/ODT
7.45E- 7.45E- 5.39E-
EP-18/19/20 N.G. Combustion 03 lb/MMBtu 03 lb/MMBtu 03 lb/MMBtu 0.098 lb/MMBtu
Energy System Abort(50150 dry/wet
ES-02-A fuel) 0.5 lb/MMBtu 0.43 lb/MMBtu 0.017 lb/MMBtu 0.22 lb/MMBtu
ES-02-A Energy System Abort(dry fuel) 0.36 lb/MMBtu 0.31 lb/MMBtu 0.017 lb/MMBtu 0.49 lb/MMBtu
EP-16 Press Scrubber 0.088 lb/MSF 0.088 lb/MSF 0.042 lb/MSF
EP-02/14 Dryer scrubber(SW) 0.65 lb/ODT 0.65 lb/ODT 4.41 lb/ODT 1.68 lb/ODT
EP-02/14 Dryer scrubber(SW/HW) 0.62 lb/ODT 0.62 lb/ODT 1.67 lb/ODT 1.53 lb/ODT
EP-16 Press Scrubber(CDMDT) 0.088 lb/MSF 0.088 lb/MSF 0.34 lb/MSF
EP-02/14 Dryer scrubber(SW)(CDMDT) 0.65 lb/ODT 0.65 lb/ODT 5.76 lb/ODT ..68 lb/ODT
EP-02/14 Dryer scrubber(SW/HW)(CDMDT) 0.62 lb/ODT 0.62 lb/ODT 2.00 lb/ODT 1.53 lb/ODT
SW-softwood only processing
SW/HW-softwood and hardwood processing
CDMDT-Control Device Maintenance Downtime,MACT Subpart DDDD, CD02-2, CD14-2, CD16-2
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Recordkeepinel5A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
f The Permittee shall keep the following records in a logbook(written or electronic format):
i. the 3-hour block averages of the urea/water injection rate(ID No. CD02-A);
ii. the monthly and rolling 12-month total for each of the nitrogen oxides,VOC,PM10 and PM2.5 emissions from
the MDF sources; and
iii. the process rates of the dryers in ODT/hr,the process rates of the press in MSF/hr; and the heat inputs for the
combustion sources in MMBtu/hr. These values may be calculated on a monthly average basis.
The Permittee shall be deemed in noncompliance with 15A NCAC 2D.0530 if the requirements in condition f are
not met.
Reporting[15A NCAC 2Q.0508(f)]
g. The Permittee shall submit a semi-annual summary report,acceptable to the Regional Air Quality Supervisor,of
monitoring and recordkeeping activities postmarked on or before January 30 of each calendar year for the preceding
six-month period between July and December, and July 30 of each calendar year for the preceding six-month period
between January and June. The report shall contain the following:
i. a summary of the 3-hour block averages of the urea/water injection rate(ID No CD02-A);and
ii. the monthly and rolling 12-month total for each of the nitrogen oxides,VOC,PM10 and PM2.5 emissions from
the MDF sources.The 12 month rolling totals shall be calculated for each of the previous 17 months.
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2.3- Permit Shield for Non-applicable Requirements
The Permittee is shielded from the following non-applicable requirements [15A NCAC 2Q .0512(a)(1)(A) and
(B)].
A. New Source Performance Standard(NSPS)Subpart Db is not applicable to the bio-mass fired Energy System
(ID No.ES-02A)because the system is considered a process heater and the primary purpose is to produce a
final product.
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SECTION 3 - GENERAL CONDITIONS (version 3.6,01/31/12)
A. General Provisions [NCGS 143-215 and 15A NCAC 2Q.0508(ix16)]
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 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(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)]
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
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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
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).
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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.1110 and 2D.11]]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
iii. submit to the Regional Supervisor or Director within 15 days a written report as described in 15A
NCAC 213.0535(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. EmerEency 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
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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 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)]
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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]
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 2113.
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
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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.
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,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 H 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 0 82.166. Reports
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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 [15A 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
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 pen-nit 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, .I 110, .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 finds that the
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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 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]
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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 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
CEM Continuous Emission Monitor
CFR Code of Federal Regulations
CAA Clean Air Act
CAIR Clean Air Interstate Rule
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
PMI0 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