AQMD Regulation III
details specific fees and how they are applied. This regulation can be
downloaded from the following link: Rules
& Regulations. It can also be ordered by calling AQMD's Public Information
Center at (909) 396-3600.
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Permit processing fee
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When you apply for a permit, you must pay a permit
processing fee. The fee must accompany the application in order for the application to be
processed. Permit processing fees are established by AQMDs
Governing Board, based on the size and complexity of the equipment to be permitted
and, in some instances, the type of air pollution being emitted. Fees for processing of
permit applications are shown in Rule
301.
Fee reductions for multiple permits
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If a business seeks permits for more than one identical unit, the full fee is only
required for the first unit. Each additional unit is charged a reduced fee according to Rule 301.
Reduced fees for small businesses
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Small businesses are entitled to lower fee rates as shown in Rule 301. A small business is defined
by AQMD Rule 102 and Rule 301.
Permit fees for certified/registered equipment
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Certain types of equipment are already certified by their manufacturer. Under this
system, businesses can obtain permits for
certified/registered
equipment quickly, either by mail or over the counter. Fees for such permits are lower
than those for permits requiring individual review according to Rule 301 provisions.
Higher permit fee for failing to obtain a permit
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If equipment is operated, built, erected, installed, altered or replaced without
first obtaining a required permit it shall be subject to a higher processing fee according
to Rule 301 (c)(1)(D).
Annual operating permit renewal fee
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You will be billed each year for the annual operating fee listed in Rule 301. This fee must be paid by the
due date on the billing statement to avoid cancellation of your permit which could result
in a reinstatement fee.
Annual operating permit emission fees
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Industrial sources must pay fees for releasing certain air pollutants in excess of four
tons per year. The one exception is carbon monoxide (CO). The fees for CO are based on
emissions of 100 tons or more.
Fees for emissions are affixed on a per ton basis. The pollutants include reactive
organic compounds (ROC), specific organic, particulate matter (PM or PM10),
nitrogen oxides (NOx) and sulfur oxides (SOx). You will be
billed for annual operating permit emission fees according to Rule 301. If no payment is
received a late payment penalty shall be assessed.
AQMD Fee Review Committee (Return to
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If you have reason to believe that your fees were assessed incorrectly or in a way that
is inconsistent with Regulation III, please contact the Public Advisor at (909) 396-2744
and request a petition to have your fees reviewed by AQMDs
Fee Review Committee.
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