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Non-Title V Emission Fee Program
2006-2007 Non-Title V Air Fee Emissions Report - Due June 6th, 2008
SUBMITTAL OF EMISSIONS INFORMATION IS REQUIRED BY STATE LAW,
OHIO REVISED CODE 3745.11(D).
A blue, Non-Title V air fee emissions report covering years 2006 and 2007 will be mailed in March, 2008. The facility owner or air permit holder is required to complete this report, sign it, and mail it back to the Ohio EPA by June 6, 2008. Ohio EPA made a change to the deadline to submit all emissions reports for this all emissions reports due in 2008 only from April 15 to June 6, 2008.
Why am I getting this report?
This report is being sent to owners or operators of all facilities which have obtained at least one air pollution permit or have a registered source by Ohio EPA. If you are unsure what things at your facility have permits or what permits have been issued to you, please call the contact listed at the top, right corner of the blue, emission report form.
What is this report?
The facility owner or air permit holder is required to pay a fee based on the amount of air pollution emitted by the facility annually. We only mail out this form every two years. This form allows you to self-report your facility emissions so Ohio EPA can prepare an invoice for your facility. The payment of this air “pollution” fee is required by Ohio law. This form also allows you to report changes to facility mailing address, facility name, contact person, and ownership changes. Giving us this correct information allows us to bill you or the proper owner(s) in a timely manner.
What is the reporting period?
We are asking you provide pollution emissions data for years 2006 and 2007.
What are my responsibilities for this report?
You are required to estimate the actual emissions of sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), organic compounds (OC), and particulate matter (PM) during 2006 and 2007. Emissions should be reported in tons per year (TPY). One ton equals to 2000 pounds. Total all pollutants to mark the appropriate choice for each year on the report. Sign the report and return it to Ohio EPA using the enclosed envelope by June 6th, 2008. MAKE A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS.
- Step 1 Indicate Emissions (select only ONE option for each report year)
- Step 2 Update billing contact information if necessary to ensure proper billing
- Step 3 Provide change of ownership information if occurred during 2006 or 2007
- Step 4 Sign report
- Step 5 Make a copy for your records & mail by June 6, 2008
- Step 6 Pay emission fee upon receipt of invoice.
It is not necessary to submit the calculations and other supporting documents used to calculate your facility’s annual emissions with the emission report. Please be advised, however, that Ohio EPA staff may request the calculations and supporting documentation at any time.
How do I estimate my emissions? How do I get assistance completing this report?
You can use estimates to determine your emissions. You may use emission factors, other engineering calculations or test data. A good starting point for determining your actual emissions is the permit application that was originally filed with the Ohio EPA. If you have questions and need assistance, please call the contact given for assistance. This phone number is provided for you at the top right corner of the blue emission reporting form. Have available your facility name, Ohio EPA 10-digit facility ID, and phone number. (Your facility ID is provided at the upper left hand corner of the emissions report). This information will help staff assist you more effectively.
- Guidance for Estimating Emissions (PDF)
- Fuel Burning Equipment Emission Calculator (Excel). This simple Excel spreadsheet quickly calculates the total emissions of particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, sulfur dioxide, and organic compounds based on the type and amount of fuel burned in equipment such as boilers, heaters, and stationary internal combustion engines such as diesel electric generators. This spreadsheet can be used if:
- The maximum heat input rating, in million Btu per hour, of each boiler, heater, furnace, etc. is less than 100 million Btu per hour;
- Fuels burned include only natural gas, gasoline, propane (LPG), diesel fuel, or # 2 oil.
The spreadsheet can not be used to calculate emissions from combustion turbines or individual pieces of equipment rated in excess of 100 million Btu per hour or for other fuels. The spreadsheet calculates emissions due to fuel combustion, and does not account for additional emissions, such as from a paint curing oven, chemical reaction tank, or product dryer, etc. used to process materials which contribute other emissions.
Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention
If your company is independently owned, and has less than 100 employees, the Ohio EPA’s Office of Compliance Assistance and Pollution Prevention (OCAPP) at (800) 329-7518 or (614) 644-3469 is also available to provide free and confidential assistance.
How much will my bill be?
No payment is due at this time. The fee schedule is provided in Ohio Revised Code 3745.11(D) and can be obtained below. The fee increases as emissions increase. There is a fee assessed per year. Therefore, if there was a change in ownership, Ohio EPA will bill each owner separately as long as complete ownership information is provided.
What is the fee?
The amount of fee you pay depends on how many tons of air pollution your company emits per year. Every two years, non-Title V facilities will receive a blue card which requests an estimation of the total amount emitted annually of the following pollutants: particulate matter (PM), sulfur dioxide (SO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and organic compounds (OC). The fee schedule is as follows:
- more than zero, but less than 10 tons per year (TPY) - $100.00 per year
- 10 or more, but less than 50 tons per year (TPY) - $200.00 per year
- greater than or equal to 50 TPY but less than 100 TPY - $300.00 per year
- greater than or equal to 100 TPY - $700.00 per year
NOTE: The annual fee is per facility, not per emissions unit or source
When will I get my invoice?
An invoice will be sent to you upon confirmation of your emissions data. Do not send a check now. The emission data provided on your report will be used by Ohio EPA to calculate a fee based on tons of pollution emitted by the facility. Ohio EPA does not have the ability to accept credit card payments.
Am I required to complete the Emission Statement?
If this facility is located in a county that has no attained the ozone standard set by U.S. EPA, the Emissions Statement information must be completed. Emissions Statements are required by the Clean Air Act section 182(a)(3)(B) for those that emit greater than or equal to 25 TPY of volatile organic compounds (VOC) or nitrogen oxides (NOx) during the reporting year. To complete this requirement, give the total tons per year where indicated.
Additional Important Changes for Non-Title V facilities
Once you have completed the non-Title V report requirement, you may want to review information listed below to see if your facility will be impacted. Please visit the web sites listed for additional information and instructions.
Changes to reporting categories/Fee Increase
Beginning January 1, 2004, Ohio EPA implemented an increase to the annual air emission fees for non-Title V facilities. These changes are reflected in ORC 3745.11(D)(2) and became effective July 1, 2003. Ohio EPA has not increased its fees since inception of the fee reporting program. A copy of the fee schedule can be obtained from our web site below.
Your facility may be exempt
Effective July 2005, Ohio EPA adopted a permit exemption option for low-emitting types of facilities, called Permit by Rule (PBR). Not all sources are eligible. For a copy of the fact sheet and application information, please visit or call the contact given at the top right corner of the blue report form.
I thought I already paid this fee?
Ohio EPA sends these reports and invoices every two years. Due to many factors and the decentralized review process of the reports, invoicing can take place at any time during the two year review period.
If you have questions about the last time this fee was paid for a previous billing cycle, please contact the Office of Fiscal Administration at (614) 644-2897. Please have your check and payment information ready.
Do I have to file this report?
Submittal of emissions information and payment of emission fees is required by state law, Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 3745.11(D). Failure to pay the invoice within 30 days of the invoice date will result in assessment of a 10% late penalty. Failure to pay the invoice will result in collections actions by the Collections Enforcement Section of the State of Ohio Attorney General.
How can I find out what my regulated sources are?
You can get information on your regulated air contaminant sources by contacting the appropriate district office/local air agency where your facility is located.
How can I get copies of issued air permits/registrations for this facility?
You can get copies of issued permits/registrations and/or information on the status of permit applications that you've applied for by contacting the appropriate district office/local air agency where your facility is located.
The DAPC also has electronic copies of PTIs issued from 2002 to present listed on the web.
If you have any questions about this program or would like further information, please contact Elisa Thomas (614) 644-3621.
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