Iowa Admin. Code r. 567-105.4
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 10, November 13, 2024
Rule 567-105.4 - Specific requirements for yard waste composting facilitiesYard waste composting facility operators are encouraged to be trained, tested, and certified by a department-approved certification program upon approval of such a program by the department.
(1) Before the composting facility commences operation, the department and the field office of the department serving the composting facility's location shall be notified in writing of the following: a. The location of the composting facility.b. Legal description of the facility.c. Landowner's name, telephone number, and mailing address.d. Responsible party's name, telephone number, and mailing address.e. Annual capacity of the facility.f. Method of composting to be employed.g. Source of the yard waste and any necessary bulking agent. This description must include a description of service area defined in terms of municipalities wherein sources of the material are located.(2) The facility shall have a permanent sign posted at the entrance specifying: c. Materials which are accepted or the statement "All materials must have prior approval."d. Telephone number of 24-hour emergency contact person.(3) The area of the composting facility must be large enough for the volume of yard waste composted.(4) Yard waste must be taken out of containers before composting, unless the containers are compostable.(5) Aerobic conditions shall be maintained in accordance with best management practices.(6) An annual report for the previous fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30 shall be submitted to the department by July 31 of each year. The report shall be submitted using Form 542-3276C, provided by the department, and all applicable sections of the form must be completed. These records shall be maintained by the facility for a period of three years for inspection and evaluation by the department.
Iowa Admin. Code r. 567-105.4