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the public comment part.

here in california that takes at least 6 to 8 weeks, they tell you to allow 9 weeks.

but otherwise, a walk in the park, no? <snicker>

The Air Permitting Process

To obtain a permit, a facility owner or operator must apply to the department using forms designated for this purpose. Applicants must supply information on the facility's emissions, the processes operating at the facility, the raw materials being used, the height and location of stacks or vents, the requirements that apply to the facility, and the controls being applied. DAR develops air source permits based on the information in the applications.

Permit applications are processed following a number of steps prescribed by regulation (6 NYCRR Part 621). The permit process begins with entry of data from the permit application into a comprehensive, computerized system called the Air Facilities System (AFS). DEC technical staff review the application to determine if the operation of the source can be expected to cause any air pollution problems, and to ensure that compliance with pollution control requirements will be achieved.

Based on the information in the application, a draft permit is developed. Often, the draft permit is made available for public comment before a final permit is issued. Depending on the type of permit, draft permit review may be brief and straightforward, or may require more extensive involvement of the public, US EPA, and sometimes other states. AFS records and tracks the entire process.

Once the source is in operation, regular emissions reporting and any compliance or enforcement activity associated with the permit are also recorded in AFS. Some Air Facility System information, such as applications, draft and final permits, is available on the web. This information is commonly used by applicants, DEC air permitting staff and technical consultants, but is also available to the public.

In addition to its primary role in permit development, information generated by the permit process is used to plan for the best ways to continue New York's air quality improvement, and to determine whether facilities comply with state and federal requirements.
Forms and Other Information for Applicants