Small Business Assistance - Permit Primer

Topic - Air Management

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Introduction

The DNR Air Program tends to be one of the more difficult programs for businesses to understand. It is also, unfortunately, an area where a business can become "non-compliant" very quickly. As a business, it is very important that you understand the term start of construction. This term must be strictly adhered to so as not to potentially fall into a violation. If a construction permit is required by your business, the project cannot begin until the permit is obtained.

This portion of the web page will assist you in determining your status. Please remember that this web page is intended to help small businesses. Businesses with large-scale operations, or even small- to medium-sized businesses located in the nonattainment areas in the state, will have more complex issues to deal with during the permit process and should contact DNR air staff instead of using this permit exemption tool.

It's always a good idea to establish a working relationship with your local DNR air staff. If you need to contact DNR for assistance at any time, please see the link along the left margin. You can also contact The Department of Commerce's Small Business Clean Air Assistance Program (SBCAAP). SBCAAP serves as a free, confidential, and non-regulatory resource to small business owners around the state.

Does your small business have any of the following activities? {Click anywhere on the following list to continue}

NOTE: If your business does not have any listed activities, click on "Completed Permit Primer" button below.

• Use adhesives, paints, inks, other solvents or solvent containing materials that emit Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and/or Hazardous Air Pollutants (HAPs
• Heat with any fuels (not including electricity) that have emissions of primarily Carbon Monoxide, Sulfur Dioxide, Nitrogen Oxides and some Hazardous Air Pollutants
• Any grinding, sanding, welding, material handling or any other activity that creates dust (particulate matter) or fumes

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