An Investigation of Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) and Emission Offset Permitting Processes

摘要

This study is based on a review of 160 permits issued under the offset and Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) programs by Federal, state and local offices. These permits were selected to represent a cross section of the sources that have applied for permits under the two programs. The selection of these permits was based on source category, source size, permit types, source location and source complexity. Supplementary information was gathered from 5 state and local agencies: Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Georgia and Puget Sound air agencies. This report outlines the procedural requirements of the June 19, 1978 PSD and the January 16, 1979 offset regulations. It summarizes the important changes that are likely to occur due to the decision in Alabama Power Company v. Costle.