BOARD MEETING DATE: August 8, 1997 AGENDA NO. 16
Report:
Rule Forecast
Synopsis:
This report highlights AQMD rulemaking activity for 1997 and beyond. Upcoming public workshops are noted, both in the regular calendar and in a separate list at the end of the report.
Committee:
Not applicable.
Recommended Action:
Receive and file the attached report.
Barry R. Wallerstein, D.Env.
Interim Executive Officer
Changes Since Last Forecast
The following is a brief summary of the scheduling changes which have occurred since last month’s forecast.
Proposed Rule 1105.1 - Control of PM10 from Fluid Catalytic Cracking Units (FCCU)
Proposed Amended Rule 1107 - Coating of Metal Parts and Products
Proposed Amended Rule 1173 - Fugitive Emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds
These were scheduled for adoption in September (1105.1), November (1173), and December (1107), 1997. Staff analysis indicates that additional time is required for technological developments in the metal products coatings category subject to Rule 1107 before emission reductions can be achieved in a cost-effective manner. Therefore, this item is now forecasted for hearing in 2000 and the staff assessment of the current state-of-technology will be submitted to the Governing Board prior to the end of this year. Regarding Rules 1105.1 and 1173, work is in progress to further reduce emissions of PM10 and VOC, respectively. However, additional time is necessary to complete the evaluation of test results and inventory and cost data before considering amendments to these rules, both of which are now forecasted for a date to be determined in 1998.
Rule 444 - Open Fires
This rule has been rescheduled for amendment from September 1997 to February 1998. Staff are continuously working with various source representatives to establish amended rule language that more clearly represents vegetation management and ordinance and pyrotechnic disposal practices.
Rule 1613 - Credits for Truck Stop Electrification
Rule 1624 - Credits for Clean Pleasure Craft Engines
Reg. XXV - Intercredit Trading
Proposed Rules 1613 and 1624 were initially scheduled for adoption in October. Additional staff discussions with potential users are needed. Therefore, these rules are delayed to November. Proposed Regulation XXV, originally targeted for hearing in September, has been delayed to December to provide the AQMD staff additional time to work with the public to resolve design issues.
In the next month’s forecast report, staff will seek to reassess the balance of rule activities for the remaining months of 1997 and early 1998, and prepare adjustments to better spread the work load among available hearing dates.
RULE FORECAST REPORT - AUGUST 1997
Advance Target for Board Hearings
SEPTEMBER 1997
None scheduled.
OCTOBER 1997
212 Standards for Approving Permits
Proposed amendments will revise public notice requirements for permit issuance, eliminate duplicative noticing requirements, and modify the notice distribution distance to comply with current legal noticing requirements for hazardous air emissions for facilities which require air permits and are located near schools.
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Reg. XXX Title V
Proposed amendments will improve clarity, increase flexibility and enhance enforceability of the program and subsequent permits issued. Amendments will also reduce the number of facilities required to obtain a Title V permit and streamline procedures for public, affected state and USEPA reviews.
Pang Mueller - 909.396.2433 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
463.1 Control of Emissions from Storage of Organic Liquids (CM# FUG-03)
Proposed rule will take the first step of a two-step approach to reduce VOC emissions from organic liquid storage tanks by gathering data on storage tanks that are currently exempt from Rule 463 to assess the need for, or the level of, any future controls required to reduce VOC emissions from these tanks. If the data demonstrates a need to reduce VOC emissions, a step two rule will be proposed to include identification of the appropriate control options.
Dave Schwien - 909.396.2577 CEQA: Tara Tisopulos (3102) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1110 Emissions from Stationary Internal Combustion Engines (Demonstration)
This rule is to be rescinded.
1110.2 Emissions from Gaseous- and Liquid-Fueled Internal Combustion Engines
Proposed amendments will consolidate the above rules to update emission limits and other requirements; eliminate duplicate or obsolete language; reflect requirements of USEPA non-road engine rulemaking; establish consistency with CARB statewide engine registration program and Rule 2100; and address AQMP control measure CMB-F.
Larry Bowen - 909.396.2575 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
NOVEMBER 1997
1138 * Control of Emissions from Restaurant Operations
Proposed rule will reduce PM emissions from chain-driven charbroilers.
PUBLIC WORKSHOPS: List of five workshops on page 6 of this document.
Jill Whynot - 909.396.3104 CEQA: Michael Krause (2706) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076
Reg. XVI Mobile Source Offset Programs
Amendments to rules will be required if Rule 2500 - Intercredit Trading is approved.
Henry Hogo - 909.396.3184 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1613 Credits for Truck Stop Electrification (CM# MON-10)
Proposed rule will provide mobile source emission reduction credits for heavy-duty trucks retrofitted with truck electrification packages.
Henry Hogo - 909.396.3184 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1624 Credits for Clean Pleasure Craft Engines (CM# MOF-07)
Proposed rule will provide mobile source emission reduction credits for the replacement of existing higher-polluting pleasure craft engines with newer clean engines.
Henry Hogo - 909.396.3184 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
DECEMBER 1997
218 Continuous Emissions Monitoring
Proposed amendments will delete obsolete language; clarify administrative requirements for non-RECLAIM continuous emissions monitoring systems (CEMS); and delete CEMS performance specifications.
218.1 Continuous Emission Monitoring Performance Specifications
Proposed rule will revise and identify specifications for non-RECLAIM CEMS to meet AQMD requirements for approval.
John Higuchi - 909.396.2267 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
219 Equipment Not Requiring a Written Permit Pursuant to Regulation II
Proposed amendments delete written permit requirements for equipment found to emit negligible amounts of air contaminants and adds written permit requirements for equipment found to emit significant amounts of air contaminants or are regulated by federal, state, or AQMD air emission standards.
Larry Bowen - 909.396.2575 CEQA: Tara Tisopulos (3102) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
461 Gasoline Transfer and Dispensing
Proposed amendments will address the availability of CARB-certified vapor recovery systems for mobile fuelers and clarify any inconsistencies between rule language and the requirements of AB2243, and reflect changes necessary for implementation of the self-inspection and testing program.
Larry Bowen - 909.396.2575
1118 * Emission Reductions from Refinery Flares (CM# CMB - 07)
Proposed rule will take the first step of a two-step approach to potential flare emissions reduction by gathering data on flaring operations at petroleum refineries to assess the need for, or the level of, any future controls to reduce flare emissions. This first step will require refineries to monitor flaring activities for the amount and composition of gases being flared. If the data demonstrates a need to control flaring operations, step two of the rule will be to develop specific control requirements to reduce flare emissions.
Mohsen Nazemi - 909.396.2662 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
1146.2 Emissions of NOx from Boilers and Heaters 75,000 to 2MM Btu/Hr (CM# CMB-02B)
Proposed rule will require NOx reductions for boilers and heaters rated between
75,000 and 2,000,000 Btu per hour.
Mike Mills 909.396.2578 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1150.1 Control of Gaseous Emissions from Active Landfills
Proposed amendments will address SIP changes requested by the USEPA.
1150.2 Control of Gaseous Emissions from Inactive Landfills
This rule will be rescinded and incorporated into Rule 1150.1 to address SIP changes.
William Thompson - 909.396.2398
Reg. XXV Intercredit Trading (CM# FLX-01)
Proposed regulation will link AQMD’s mobile and stationary source credit trading programs to increase compliance flexibility.
Elaine Chang - 909.396.3186 / Jill Whynot (3104) CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071)
Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
Title III * Title III Program & Regulation XVIII
Regulation XVIII will establish the structure for "Local Program Approval" for all Title III rules, including equivalency coverage of: emission sources, hazardous air pollutants, emission limits, and criteria for practical and enforceable monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting. Other rules that may need to be amended include Rules 108, 109, 461, 462, 463, 464, 466, 477, 481, 1101, 1106, 1124, 1125, 1126, 1129, 1130, 1130.1, 1136, 1141, 1142, 1162, 1173, 1176, 1179, 1401, 1402, 1405, 1406, and 1420.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
MSC-02 In-Use Compliance Program for Air Pollution Control Equipment (all pollutants).
Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185 CEQA: Tara Tisopulos (3102) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
TO-BE-DETERMINED 1997
1124 Aerospace Component Coating
At the time EPA promulgates the CTG and NESHAP revision, staff will evaluate and determine if an amendment is necessary.
Alene Taber - 909.396.2576 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
Reg. XX RECLAIM
Staff is evaluating the need for amendments to modify administrative and monitoring, recordkeeping & reporting requirements for RECLAIM facilities. These are issues which were not raised in time to be handled with the February 1997 amendments.
Pang Mueller - 909.396.2433
Reg. XXX * Title V Operating Permits
Regulation XXX was developed to establish the parameters for an operating permit program that satisfies the requirements of Title V of the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990. On August 29, 1994, U. S. EPA proposed revisions to regulations that define the minimum elements of an approvable operating permit program. These regulations are expected to be finalized in 1997. Regulation XXX will then be amended to parallel changes in the EPA program.
Pang Mueller - 909.396-2433 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
CTS-03 Consumer Product Education Labeling Program
CTS-04 Public Awareness/Education Programs - Area Sources
MON-09 In-Use Vehicle Emission Mitigation
MSC-01 Promotion of Lighter Color Roofing and Road Materials and Tree Planting Programs
MSC-03 Promotion of Catalyst-Surface Coating Technology Programs for Air Conditioning Units
WST-02 Emission Reductions from Composting Operations
WST-03 Emission Reductions from Waste Burning
TO-BE-DETERMINED 1998
444 Open Fires
Proposed amendments, rescheduled to February 1998, will delete obsolete language, clarify definitions, categorize burn activities, and delineate the minimum requirements of agricultural burns.
Ed Pupka - 909.396.3332 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706)
518.2 Federal Alternative Operating Conditions
Proposed amendments will increase the SIP allowance consistent with the 1997 AQMP.
Pang Mueller - 909.396.2433 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1105.1 * Fluid Catalytic Cracking Units (CM# CMB-09)
Proposed rule will reduce PM10 emissions from petroleum refinery fluid catalytic cracking units
Mohsen Nazemi - 909.396.2662 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1140 Abrasive Blasting
Proposed amendments will prohibit sand blasting of materials with lead in confined spaces.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394
1145 Plastic, Rubber and Glass Coatings
Proposed amendment will add a specialty coating category which will "sunset" by year 2000.
Dave Schwien - 909.396.2577
1169 Hexavalent Chromium - Chrome Plating and Chromic Acid Anodizing
Proposed amendments will incorporate the requirements of the chrome plating NESHAP.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076)
1173 * Fugitive Emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (CM# FUG-04)
Proposed amendments will address SIP recommendations identified by US EPA; consider lowering leak thresholds for minor and major gas leaks; require the use of trained individuals for leak inspections; consider the new federal NESHAPs requirements; and address other issues regarding implementation of inspection and maintenance. Work is in progress to further reduce emissions of VOCs. However, additional time is necessary to complete the evaluation of test results and inventory and cost data before considering Proposed Amended Rule 1173.
Mohsen Nazemi - 909.396.2662 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
1405 Control of Ethylene Oxide & CFC Emissions from Sterilization or Fumigation Processes
Proposed amendments will clarify requirements for testing inlet samples.
John Higuchi - 909.396.2267 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199)
1437 * Furniture Stripping Operations
Proposed rule will control methylene chloride emissions from furniture stripping operations.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059)
Reg. XIII * New Source Review
Proposed amendments will reduce and eliminate any future potential shortfalls in NOx emission credits with respect to the state law requirement for "no net emission increase" from new and modified permitted sources within the AQMD.
Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185
WST-04 Disposal of Materials Containing VOC
UPCOMING PUBLIC WORKSHOPS
Rule 1138 - Control of Emissions from Restaurant Operations -
Contact: Jill Whynot - 909.396.3104
Aug. 19 Anaheim Marriott, 9:00 a.m.
Aug. 20 Van Nuys - Airtel Hotel, 9:00 a.m.
Aug. 20 District Headquarters, 6:30 p.m.
Aug. 21 L A City Council Chamber, 9:00 a.m.
Aug. 22 Riverside - Mission Inn, 9:00 a.m.
Rules 1150.1 and 1150.2 - Control of Gaseous Emissions from Active and Inactive Landfills
Contact: William Thompson - 909.396.2398
Aug. 27 District Headquarters, 1:00 p.m. -