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.
Reccommendation:
Receive and file the attached report.
James M. Lents, Ph.D.
Executive Officer
Background
AQMD is required by state law to publish a list of all rules potentially scheduled for consideration during the coming year. Every January, the Rule Forecast Report is expanded for this purpose and to present a progress report to the Board. The rule schedule for 1997 is demanding and places great emphasis on VOC and PM10 reductions. In order for the region to maintain emission reduction progress toward attainment and implement the AQMP, staff will be bringing about 25 control measures contained in the 1997 AQMP and approximately 21 rules for proposed amendment before the Board for action in 1997.
Several significant hearing items are scheduled to be brought before your Board in 1997. Among the most critical are the following:
Area Source Credits (CM# CMB-03 & 04)
Proposed rule will implement the market incentives program for area sources to supplement RECLAIM.
Intercredit Trading
AQMD is developing market incentive rules under the intercredit trading markets to broaden credit generation and use, and to maximize trading opportunities between stationary, area, and mobile sources. The program objectives minimize compliance costs, and promote advancement and commercialization of air pollution control technologies.
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 1996. Regulation XXX will then be amended to parallel changes in the EPA program. In addition, changes are proposed to facilitate approval and clarify approvability.
Fluid Catalytic Cracking Units (CM# CMB-09)
Proposed rule will reduce PM10 emissions from petroleum refinery fluid catalytic cracking units.
Solvent Degreasers (CM# CTS-02N)
Proposed amendments are expected to reduce VOC emissions by 36.9 tons per day. They will be based on aqueous cleaning technology in lieu of petroleum solvent usage. Remote reservoir cleaning operations will be removed from this rule since they are subject to Rule 1171.
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.
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, 1162, 1173, 1176, 1179, 1401, 1402, 1405, 1406, and 1420.
Implementation Plan
Staff is committed to maintaining the proposed hearing dates established in the Rule Forecast Report to achieve the necessary emission reductions required by the AQMP. Additional information on projected emission reductions will be included in the February Rule Forecast Report.
| RULE FORECAST REPORT - JANUARY 1997 |
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| Advance Target for Board Hearings |
| FEBRUARY 1997 | |
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| 2501 Air Quality Investment Program (AQIP) (CM# FLX - 02) | Proposed rule is designed to provide a compliance option to those
sources
subject to AQMD rules and regulations, by allowing these sources to demonstrate
compliance through investments in air quality projects that can produce
equivalent or greater emission reductions or air quality benefit.
Elaine Chang - 909.396.3186 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Francis Goh (3075) |
| 2506 * Area Source Credits (CM# CMB-03 & 04) (formerly 2009) | Proposed rule will implement the market incentives
program for area sources to supplement RECLAIM. Pang Mueller - 909.396.2433 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) |
| MARCH 1997 | |
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| 1168 Control of VOC Emissions from Adhesive Applications | Proposed amendments will; (a) Implement recent amendments to the
Health
and Safety Code; (b) Restore certain future VOC limits to match availible
technology; and
(c) Reflect certain changes in test methods. This will defer 0.7 tons/day of future VOC emission reductions. Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185 |
| 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 1996.
Regulation XXX will then be amended to parallel changes in the EPA program.
In addition, changes are proposed to facilitate approval and clarify
approvability.
Pang Mueller - 909.396-2433 |
| APRIL 1997 | |
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| 1134 Emission of NOx From Stationary Gas Turbines | Proposed amendments will adjust emission limits for
alternative-fueled gas turbines.
William Thompson - 909.396.2398 |
| 1421 Control of Perchloroethylene Emissions From Dry Cleaning Systems | This rule is proposed for recision. If rescinded, it
will be replaced by the statewide airborne toxics control measure regulating
dry cleaning systems.
Mike Mills - 909.396.2578 |
| 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: Francis Goh (3075) |
| MAY 1997 | |
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| 102 Definition of Terms & 1302 Definitions (NSR) | Proposed amendments will remove perchloroethylene and
certain other compounds from the list of VOCs, consistent with the recent
EPA determination that they are not precursors of ozone or other criteria
pollutants.
Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185 CEQA: Tara Tisopulos (3102) |
| Reg. III Fees | Proposed amendments support the AQMD FY 1997-98 budget
and may include an across-the-board adjustment to match the change in the
state Consumer Price Index.
Ed Pupka - 909.396.3332 |
| JUNE 1997 | |
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| 1122 Solvent Degreasers (CM# CTS-02N) | This implements AQMP Control Measure CTS-02N which is expected to
reduce
VOC emissions by 36.9 tons/day. Proposed amendments will be based on aqueous
cleaning
technology in lieu of petroleum solvent usage. Remote reservoir cleaning operations will be removed from this rule since they are subject to Rule 1171. Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) |
| JULY 1997 | |
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| 111 Definition of Minor Violation and Guidelines for Issuance of Notice to Comply | Effective January 1, 1997 AB 2937 (Bruite) requires each
air district in the state of California to develop a rule governing issuance
of a Notice to Comply for minor violations. Proposed rule will meet the
requirements of AB 2937.
Edwin Pupka - 909.396.3332 |
| 1415 Reduction of Refrigerant Emissions from Stationary Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems | Proposed amendments will eliminate the biannual update
of the registration plan submitted by impacted facilities.
Mike Mills - 909.396.2578 CEQA: Tara Tisopulos (3102) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199) |
| AUGUST 1997 | |
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| 217 Provisions for Sampling & Testing Facilities | Proposed amendments will clarify the responsibility of sources to provide safe and accessible sampling and testing provisions in their facilities. |
| 217.1 Construction of Sampling & Testing Facilities | Proposed rule will delineate the minimum requirements for permanent,
safe, and accessible facilities for testing emissions from a stack or duct.
John Higuchi - 909.396.2267 CEQA: Jonathan Nadler (3071) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) |
| SEPTEMBER 1997 | |
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| 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 ) |
| 1146.2 Emissions of NOx from Boilers and Heaters 75,000 to 2MM Btu/Hr (CM# CMB-02B) | (formerly Proposed rule will require NOx reductions for boilers
and heaters
rated between
1139) 75,000 and 2,000,000 Btu per hour. Mike Mills 909.396.2578 |
| NOVEMBER 1997 | |
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| 1173 * Fugitive Emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (CM# FUG-04) | Proposed amendments will address SIP recommendations identified
by U.S.
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.
Mohsen Nazemi - 909.396.2662 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Bob Kneisel (3199) |
| DECEMBER 1997 | |
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| 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) |
| TO-BE-DETERMINED 1997 | |
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| 212 Standards for Approving Permits | Proposed amendments will bring AQMD's rule in line with
state law governing public noticing requirements.
Ben Shaw 909.396-2394 CEQA: Darren Stroud (2526) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076) |
| 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 |
| 442 Emission Reductions from Solvent Usage (VOC) (CM# CTS-02O) | Anupon Ganguli - 909.396.3185 |
| 444 Open Fires | Proposed amendments will delete obsolete language, clarify definitions,
categorize burn activities, and delineate the minimum requirements of
agricultural burns.
Ed Pupka - 909.396.3332 |
| 463 Storage of Organic Liquids (CM# FUG-03) | Proposed amendments 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,
step two of the rule will include identification of the appropriate control
options.
Mohsen Nazemi - 909.396.2662 CEQA: Steve Smith (3054) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) |
| 1107 Metal Products Coating (CM# CTS-02H) | Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available
technology. The technology review reveals that VOC concentration limits
can be reduced to 185 grams per liter, as applied with powder coatings for
both general and high gloss coatings. Non-compliant solvent-borne high solids
coatings could be vented to control equipment. The use of acetone, an exempt
solvent, will also reduce emissions.
Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Francis Goh (3075) |
| 1118 * Emission Reductions from Refinery Flares (M# 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: Sue Lieu (3059) |
| 1121 Nitrogren Oxides Emissions Compliance Testing for Natural Gas-Fired Water Heaters and Small Boilers | Proposed amendments will extablish the maximum nitrogen
oxides emission limit for residential sized natural gas-fired water heaters
and natural gas-fired mobile home water heaters with heat inputs rated at
less than 75,000 Btu per hour. This rule also provides that certification
of water heaters will expire in three years, and establishes a test protocol.
Jill Whynot 909.396.3104 |
| 1124 Aerospace Component Coating | Proposed amendments will respond to NESHAP
and/or CTG regulations.
Alene Taber - 909.396.2576 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Shah Dabirian |
| 1138 Restaurant Operations (CM# PRC-03) | Proposed rule will address VOC and PM10 control requirements in
AQMP
Control Measure PRC-03 for commercial cooking operations and restaurants.
Jill Whynot - 909.396.3104 CEQA: Mike Krause (2706) Socio: Shah Dabirian (3076) |
| 1140 Abrasive Blasting | Proposed amendments will prohibit sand blasting of materials
with lead in confined spaces.
Mike Mills 909.396.2578 |
| 1151 Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Non-Assembly Line Coating Operations | Staff is evaluating the current requirements and will
recommend amendments as necessary.
Fred Lettice 909.396.2576 |
| 1168 Adhesives (CM# CTS-02E) | Proposed amendments will be based on a recent review of available
technology. The majority of facilities using adhesives are currently able
to utilize available low-VOC (or zero-VOC) adhesives.
Anupom Ganguli - 909.396.3185 |
| 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) |
| 1403 Asbestos Emissions from Demolition/Renovation Activities | Proposed amendments will clarify the prohibition of abrasive
blasting of asbestos-containing materials unless properly controlled. This
amendment will coincide with proposed amendments to Rule 1140 - Abrasive
Blasting.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394 |
| 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) |
| 1423 Lead Abatement Rule | This is a place holder for a rule to control lead emissions during
abatement
activities. This rule will be coordinated with Cal-EPA's statewide strategic
plan to reduce lead poisoning.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394 CEQA: Steve Smith (3054) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) |
| 1437 Furniture Stripping Operations | Proposed rule will control methylene chloride emissions from furniture
stripping operations.
Ben Shaw - 909.396.2394 |
| Reg. XVI Mobile Source Offset Programs | Amendments to rules will be required if Rule 2500 - Intercredit
Trading
is approved.
Henry Hogo - 909.396.3184 |
| 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: Francis Goh (3075) CTS-03Consumer Product Education Labeling Program CTS-04Public Awareness/Education Programs - Area Sources TO-BE-DETERMINED 1997 Continued. . . MOF-07 Credits for the Replacement of Existing Pleasure Craft Engines with New Lower Polluting Engines MON-09In-Use Vehicle Emission Mitigation MON-10Emissions Reduction Credit for Truck Stop Electrification MSC-01 Promotion of Lighter Color Roofing and Road Materials and Tree Planting Programs MSC-02 In-Use Compliance Program for Air Pollution Control Equipment (all pollutants). Jill Whynot - 909.396.3104 CEQA: Tara Tisopulos (3102) Socio: Sue Lieu (3059) MSC-03 Promotion of Catalyst-Surface Coating Technology Programs for Air Conditioning Units PRC-01 Emission Reductions from Woodworking Operations WST-02 Emission Reductions from Composting Operations WST-03 Emission Reductions from Waste Burning WST-04 Disposal of Materials Containing VOC |
| TO-BE-DETERMINED 1998 | |
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| WST-01 Emission Reductions from Livestock Waste | Laki Tisopulous- 909.396.3123 |