Code of Maine Rules
06 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
096 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION - GENERAL
Chapter 116 - PROHIBITED DISPERSION TECHNIQUES


Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

SUMMARY: This regulation specifies stack height and dispersion techniques requirements in the licensing of air emission sources. This regulation also defines where air quality standards have to be met.

BASIS STATEMENT FOR JULY 13, 1988

This chapter adopts regulations consistent with federal requirement concerning stack height and other dispersion techniques, such as merging of plumes. These regulations also define the area surrounding the source where ambient air quality standards do not have to be met.

BASIS STATEMENT FOR AMENDMENT OF SEPTEMBER 27, 1989

Minor changes have been made to this regulation for consistency with federal requirements. No comments on the proposed changes were received by the Department.

AUTHORITY: 38 M.R.S.A.,590, 585-A

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