Question & AnswerQ&A (DENR DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NO. 2004-26)
All sources of air pollution subject to these Implementing Rules and Regulations must have a valid Permit to Operate issued by the Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) Regional Director.
Filing fees are required for applications for Permit to Operate, transfer of an existing and valid Permit to Operate due to transfer of location or change of permittee, revision of an existing Permit to Operate, renewal of an expired Permit to Operate, and any other permit applications not otherwise enumerated.
No, the 'Authority to Construct' requirement has been removed in order to expedite compliance with DENR standards. However, proponents are encouraged to consult DENR-EMB regarding plans and specifications before construction or installation.
The application must include an engineering report, plans and specifications certified by a registered engineer, an air quality impact analysis using Bureau-approved models, and a vicinity map showing the location of the installation.
The Department through the Bureau shall act on the application within twenty-five (25) days by approving or denying the application in writing.
Yes, applications are available for public review at the Bureau Regional Office, and any interested person may submit written opposition. The Bureau may conduct a public hearing if opposition arises.
Modifications may be made due to technological advancements, need for higher treatment levels, changes in environment or surrounding conditions, reclassification of the area to non-attainment, or as required by RA 8749 or the Rules.
Grounds include non-compliance or violation of provisions or permit conditions, false or inaccurate information in applications or reports, refusal of lawful inspections, non-payment of fees, or other valid reasons.
The permittee or pollution control officer must notify the Department through the Bureau within 24 hours of the breakdown, provide details including steps to resolve the issue and estimated duration, and notify once the issue is corrected.
Yes, the permit must be displayed on the installation itself in a visible and accessible manner at all times. If not possible, it shall be mounted in an accessible and visible place near the installation.
The permittee must notify the Department through the Bureau of the sale or transfer and the transferee's details within 30 days. The transferee must file for transfer of the permit within 10 days of notification.
The owner or pollution control officer must keep records of operational data and control tests indicating efficiency, submitting copies to the Department quarterly, following procedures and programs approved by the Bureau.
The analysis estimates ambient air concentrations for significant pollutants from the facility including baseline existing concentrations, helping the Bureau determine if construction or modification will result in violation of air quality standards.