New Bulkhead Permit for Long Island Residents
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has recently released a new General Permit (GP-1-22-001), effective 10/25/2022, for Tidal Wetland Bulkhead Replacement with Dredging. The permit is available for use in Nassau and Suffolk Counties,...
Your Guide to Spray Booths, Part Three: New York State’s Air Code
There are many regulations that apply to spray booths in New York City, but this does not mean that spray booths located outside of the city are exempt from regulations. Regardless of your spray booth’s location, you must ensure that you are in compliance with local,...
Your Guide to Spray Booths, Part Two: New York City’s Air Pollution Control Code and DOB/FDNY Codes for Spray Booths
It is essential to know that in NYC, several mayoral agencies–and other stakeholders–could be involved in the process of installing a new spray booth and ensuring compliance. For instance, an owner/operator must file an application with the NYC Department of Building...
Your Guide to Spray Booths, Part One: Are Your Employees and the Public Protected?
How we benefit from air quality regulations In 2016, New York City adopted the Air Pollution Control Code (NYC Administrative Code, Title 24, Chapter 1) which is enforced by the NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYCDEP or DEP). The Air Code was written and...
NYSDEC Draft Renewal of SPDES Multi-Sector General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) released its draft renewal of SPDES Multi-Sector General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity (MSGP) (GP-0-23-001) for public review. Once the revised MSGP is...
Restricted Storage of Chemical and Petroleum Products—Article 7 (Suffolk County, NY)
Owners of commercial and industrial facilities located in Suffolk County, New York that store chemical and petroleum products must be aware of the requirements imposed by Article 7 of the Suffolk County Sanitary Code for “Water Pollution Control.” The goal of Article...
NYSDEC to Revise Uniform Procedures Act (UPA) Regulations
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) is proposing revisions to the Uniform Procedures Act (UPA) regulations which are codified in 6 NYCRR Part 621. As of August 17, 2022, the public comment period has begun, where the NYSDEC is...
NYSDEC Part 360/361 Facility Transition Series: Operational Requirements for Mulch and C&D Related Operations
Solid Waste Management Facilities (SWMF) that operate within New York State (NYS) are regulated by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) under 6 NYCRR Parts 360-366 and 369. Depending on the facility operations, including types of material accepted...
The Semi-Annual Stormwater Sampling Deadline is June 30, 2022
The deadline for semi-annual stormwater sampling is fast approaching! Is your facility prepared? The Clean Water Act sets forth requirements pertaining to stormwater discharges from industrial facilities. Such discharges are illegal unless they are done so under a...
Did You Have To File A Part 360 Solid Waste Annual Waste Report this Year?
The deadline for filing the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) Part 360 Solid Waste Annual Reports is March 1st every year. The reports must be submitted electronically or by mail to both the NYSDEC Regional Office and the Central NYSDEC...