Prevention of Significant Deterioration Details
Prevention of Significant Deterioration
General Info - Statewide Permit
To prevent significant deterioration of ambient air quality, the Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) approval seeks to limit the amount of air pollutants released by a new or modified facility proposing to locate in an area that meets national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS).
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1 uses
Number of uses
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Approval time
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$20,200.00
Application cost
Obtaining the Permit
Ready to get your permit? - Steps, Requirements, and Documents
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One year of pre-construction air quality monitoring, including meteorological data for the relevant area, if suitable data are not currently available.
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Emission control plans that include the best available control technology.
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Ambient impact analysis based on air quality dispersion modeling.
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Additional impact analyses on nearby federally designated Class I areas. This assessment includes possible adverse effects on soil, vegetation, or visibility.
Apply for the Permit
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Online Application
Complete the form
Agency/Contact
Permit Issuer - Information
Contact Information
Email: Bill.Paul@maryland.gov
Tel: (410) 537-3846
Address
Legal Authority
What laws and regulations give Maryland Department of Environment the legal authority to issue this approval?
FEDERAL: Clean Air Act, Part C, 42 USC sec. 7470 et seq., 40 CFR Part 52.21 1994 Edition.
STATE: Environment Article, Title 2, Subtitle 4; COMAR 26.11.02.09 and 12; COMAR 26.11.06.14.