Md. Code Regs. 26.11.03.09

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 18, September 6, 2024

Section 26.11.03.09 - Review by EPA of Part 70 Permits

A. The Department shall provide the EPA with a copy of each application for a Part 70 permit, including an application for a permit revision, each proposed permit, and each final Part 70 permit, unless the EPA agrees to accept a summary of the application and related information. The Department may require the applicant to submit a copy of the permit application, including the compliance plan directly to the EPA.

B. Except for administrative permit amendments for which notice to the EPA is not required, the Department may not issue or revise the federally enforceable provisions of a Part 70 permit if the EPA:

(1) Objects to its issuance or revision in writing within 45 days of EPA's receipt of the proposed permit or revision and any necessary supporting information; and

(2) Specifies the basis for its objection and a description of the terms and conditions that must be included in the permit to respond to the objection.

Md. Code Regs. 26.11.03.09