8-Hour Reasonably Available Control 

Technology – State Implementation Plan Analysis 

(RACT SIP Analysis) 

July 2015 

Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District 

43301 Division Street, Suite 206 

Lancaster, California 93535-4649 
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Table of Contents 

Abbreviations and Acronyms .................................................................................................. ii

Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................... 1

CHAPTER 1 - Introduction and Background ........................................................................... 3

Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 5 

Purpose ....................................................................................................................................5

Background ................................................................................................................................. 5 

Regulatory History ...................................................................................................................5

Federal Legal Requirements ....................................................................................................5

Pollutant Description and Health Effects ................................................................................5

Setting ......................................................................................................................................6

CHAPTER 2 – RACT SIP Evaluation ........................................................................................ 7

Process .....................................................................................................................................9

CTG Sources ............................................................................................................................9

Major Non-CTG Sources .........................................................................................................9

CHAPTER 3 – AVAQMD RACT Actions ............................................................................... 11

Federal Negative Declarations ..............................................................................................13

Required RACT Actions .........................................................................................................14

Proposed Rule Adoption Schedule .........................................................................................15

Appendices ..................................................................................................................................... 1

Appendix A - RACT Evaluation Table .................................................................................. A-1 
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Abbreviations and Acronyms 

ACT.................... Alternative Control Technology 

AQMA ............... Air Quality Management Area 

AVAQMD.......... Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District 

BACT ................. Best Available Control Technology 

CARB ................. California Air Resources Board 

CTG.................... Control Techniques Guideline 

CFR .................... Code of Federal Regulations 

FCAA ................. Federal Clean Air Act 

FND.................... Federal Negative Declaration 

NAAQS .............. National Ambient Air Quality Standard 

NOX .................... Oxides of Nitrogen 

O3 ....................... Ozone 

POTW ................ Publicly Owned Treatment Works 

RACT ................. Reasonably Available Control Technology 

SCAQMD .......... South Coast Air Quality Management District 

SIP ...................... State Implementation Plan 

USEPA ............... United States Environmental Protection Agency 

VOC ................... Volatile Organic Compounds 
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Executive Summary 

The Federal Clean Air Act (FCAA) requires newly designated ozone non-attainment areas to 

implement Reasonably Available Control Technology (RACT) on certain sources, including all 

major sources of ozone precursors. For the purposes of the FCAA, the District has been 

designated non-attainment for ozone and classified as Severe-15 for the 1997 and 2008 ozone 

standard (May 8, 2012, 77 FR 26950 and June 6, 2013 78 FR 34178). The Antelope Valley Air 

Quality Management District (AVAQMD) has evaluated its adopted rules and all of its major 

sources of ozone precursors to ensure that current rules satisfy RACT. The evaluation process 

produced several rules that must be updated to current federal RACT standards. 

This document presents the evaluation method, the evaluation results, and the AVAQMD’s 

commitment to adopt the required RACT rule updates.

The original 2006 RACT SIP Analysis (for the 1997 8-hour ozone standard), together with the 

supplemental March 13, 2014 RACT SIP Analysis and this document, represent a current and 

complete RACT SIP Analysis document to satisfy the District’s RACT obligation for the 1997 

and 2008 8-hour ozone standards. 
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CHAPTER 1 – Introduction and Background 

Purpose 

Regulatory History 

Federal Legal Requirements 

Pollutant Descriptions 

Setting 
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INTRODUCTION 

Purpose 

The FCAA requires that ozone non-attainment areas implement RACT for sources that are 

subject to Control Techniques Guidelines (CTGs) and for major sources of ozone precursors. 

This document: (1) reviews all available instances of RACT for applicability to the AVAQMD; 

(2) reviews all AVAQMD major sources for RACT applicability; and (3) identifies any actions 

the AVAQMD must take to address applicable RACT requirements. This document satisfies 42 

U.S.C. §§7511a (FCAA §182) regarding RACT requirements for the 8-hour ozone National 

Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). 

BACKGROUND 

Regulatory History 

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) designated the desert portion of 

Los Angeles County as non-attainment of the 8-hour ozone NAAQS as part of the Southeast 

Desert Modified Air Quality Management Area (AQMA) on April 15, 2004 (40 CFR 81). This 

large “maintenance area” was classified moderate based on a 128 ppb ozone design value 

calculated from 2000 through 2002 8-hour ozone values within the Los Angeles County portion 

of the area. 

The desert portion of Los Angeles County was established as its own air district as of July 1, 

1997, the Antelope Valley Air Pollution Control District (AVAPCD), pursuant to former H&SC 

§40106 (Statutes 1996 ch 542, Repealed Statutes 2001 ch. 163). This air district was replaced by 

the AVAQMD on January 1, 2002, pursuant to H&SC §41300 et seq (Statutes 2001 ch. 163). As 

a successor district to SCAQMD, the AVAQMD assumes the authorities and duties of the 

SCAQMD for the Antelope Valley (H&SC §41302). 

Ozone plans have been adopted by the AVAQMD to address Federal ozone planning 

requirements, including RACT applicability. This document updates the Federal RACT portion 

of all previously submitted plans. 

Federal Legal Requirements 

Sections 182(b)(2) and 182(f) of the FCAA require that ozone non-attainment areas implement 

RACT for sources that are subject to CTGs and for major sources of ozone precursors (42 U.S.C. 

§7511a). Ozone non-attainment areas classified moderate and higher must submit a RACT SIP 

(State Implementation Plan) analysis by July 20, 2014 (40 CFR 51.912). 

Pollutant Description and Health Effects 

Ozone (O3) - A colorless gas that is a highly reactive form of oxygen. It has a strong odor when 

highly concentrated. Ozone can occur naturally but can also be formed from other compounds 

through photochemistry, a complex system of reactions with hydrocarbons and oxides of 
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nitrogen in the presence of sunlight (ultraviolet). The Mojave Desert Air Basin experiences 

ozone concentrations in excess of the State and Federal ambient air quality standards.

Ozone can cause respiratory irritation and discomfort, making breathing more difficult during 

exercise. Ozone can reduce the respiratory system’s ability to remove inhaled particles, increase 

pulse rate, decrease blood pressure and reduce the body’s ability to fight infection. After six 

hours of exposure a healthy person can have significant reduction of lung function. It is an 

irritant of the skin, eyes, upper respiratory system, and mucous membranes, although symptoms 

disappear after exposure. It may also be a carcinogen. 

Setting 

The Antelope Valley is the desert portion of Los Angeles County. The Antelope Valley covers 

1300 square miles and included 219,628 persons as of the 1990 census (approximately 400,000 

in 2002), centered within the cities of Lancaster and Palmdale. The region is characterized by a 

wide, arid valley with little precipitation. 

The primary roadways in the Antelope Valley are State Route 14 and State Route 18. Both of 

these arterials carry a substantial amount of daily commute traffic from the region into the 

Greater Los Angeles Basin. 

The Antelope Valley is primarily a bedroom community, but does have significant aerospace 

development and manufacturing. Air Force Plant 42 and a portion of Edwards Air Force Base 

are located within the District (Boeing, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman all lease 

facilities on the base from the Air Force). 
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CHAPTER 2 – RACT SIP Evaluation 

Process 

CTG Sources 

Major Non-CTG Sources 

Future Years 
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Process 

The AVAQMD reviewed a USEPA-provided list of source categories and applicable CTGs that 

collectively define RACT. The AVAQMD reviewed this list for local applicability, and the 

results are presented in Appendix A. 

CTG Sources 

Those categories of sources covered by a published CTG are referred to as CTG sources. For 

each CTG source category, the AVAQMD has identified whether or not a current source is sited 

within its jurisdiction, or whether it is likely a source may be sited within its jurisdiction. In 

most cases, where the AVAQMD has no source that meets the category, the AVAQMD will file 

a Federal Negative Declaration (FND) for that category. For some categories the AVAQMD has 

an adopted rule that applies to the category that has been deemed to meet the applicable RACT 

for that category. In several cases, the AVAQMD has a rule which has been evaluated and needs 

to be updated for RACT, and the AVAQMD is committing to amending the rule to current 

RACT for those source categories accordingly. Chapter 3 details AVAQMD actions identified 

by this evaluation process. 

Major Non-CTG Sources 

RACT is also required for all major sources of ozone precursors within the AVAQMD. For 

severe non-attainment areas a major source is defined as any stationary source or group of 

sources that emits, or has the potential to emit, at least 25 tons per year of VOCs or NOX (FCAA 

182(d) and (f)). Table 1 below presents a list of all facilities that have submitted applications for

Title V Federal Operating Permits within the AVAQMD, whether the facility is a major source 

of ozone precursors, and the current RACT applicable to those sources. This list includes all 

major sources in the AVAQMD. Chapter 3 details AVAQMD actions identified by this 

evaluation process. 
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Table 1 - Major Source Table 

Source FOP Description Applicable RACT 

Northrop-Grumman*102301816 Aerospace research, 

development and 

manufacturing 

1. Aerospace (CTG and MACT) (EPA453/R-97-004, December 1997). 

2. Aerospace MACT (59 FR 29216, 

June 1994). 

Lockheed Martin 

Skunk Works*

9701754 Aerospace research, 

development and 

manufacturing 

1. Aerospace (CTG and MACT) (EPA453/R-97-004, December 1997). 

2. Aerospace MACT (59 FR 29216, 

June 1994). 

Antelope Valley 

Public Landfill+

121002106 Municipal solid 

waste disposal 

No applicable CTG. 

Not a major source of ozone precursors 

Lancaster Landfill & 

Recycling Center+#

122802129 Municipal solid 

waste disposal 

No applicable CTG. 

Not a major source of ozone precursors 

Wm. Bolthouse 

Farms 

180403054 Agriculture No applicable CTG. 

1. ACT Document – NOX Emissions 

from Stationary Internal Combustion 

Engines (EPA-453/R-93-032, 07/93). 

*

Potential to emit exceeds major source threshold. 

+Required to obtain a Title V permit under 40 CFR Part 60 subpart WWW §60.752(b). 

#The 2012 CARB inventory for NOx for this facility includes emissions from mobile sources. 
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CHAPTER 3 – AVAQMD RACT Actions 

Federal Negative Declarations 

Required RACT Rule Actions 
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Federal Negative Declarations 

Current AVAQMD review has identified many source categories that do not have corresponding 

sources (major or minor) within the jurisdiction of the AVAQMD. The District reviewed its 

permit files and the emission inventory for its Federal Clean Air Plan, and conducted SIC Code 

searches, the internet, yellow pages, and District inspectors and engineer’s knowledge, and has 

determined that there are no stationary sources or emitting facilities that meet the applicability 

threshold for the following CTG categories. The District also does not anticipate sources that 

will exceed the CTG applicability threshold in the near future. For these source categories the 

AVAQMD is filing FNDs. In some cases the FND is an update of an earlier FND.1 FND 

actions are summarized in Table 2 below. 

 

1

 The District may have an existing SIP rule for a particular source category subject to these FNDs. Filing a FND 

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Table 2 - Federal Negative Declarations 

Source Category Control Techniques Guideline Covering Action

Fiberglass Boat Manufacturing Materials 1. Control Techniques Guidelines for Fiberglass Boat Manufacturing Materials (EPA-453/R-08-004, 

09/2008).

Metal Furniture Coating 1. Control Techniques Guidelines for Metal Furniture Coatings (EPA-453/R-07-005, 09/2007).

Refinery Vacuum Producing Systems, 

Wastewater Separators, and Process 

Unit Turnarounds

1. Control of Refinery Vacuum Producing Systems, Wastewater Separators, and Process Unit 

Turnarounds (EPA-450/2-77-025).

Coils

1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Existing Stationary Sources - Volume II: Surface 

Coating of Cans, Coils, Paper, Fabrics, Automobiles, and Light-Duty Trucks (EPA-450/2-77-008, 

05/1977).

Insulation of Magnet Wire 1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Existing Stationary Sources - Volume IV: Surface 

Coating of Insulation of Magnet Wire (EPA-450/2-77-033, 12/1977).

1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Existing Stationary Sources - Volume V: Surface 

Coating of Insulation of Large Appliances (EPA-450/2-77-034, 12/1977).

2. Control Techniques Guidelines for Large Appliance Coatings (EPA-453/R-07-004, 09/2007).

Bulk Gasoline Plants 1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Bulk Gasoline Plants (EPA-450/2-77-035, 12/1977).

Petroleum Refinery Equipment 1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Leaks from Petroleum Refinery Equipment (EPA-450/2-

78-036, 06/1978).

Synthesized Pharmaceutical Products 1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Manufacture of Synthesized Pharmaceutical 

Products (EPA-450/2-78-029, 12/1978).

Pneumatic Rubber Tires 1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Manufacture of Pneumatic Rubber Tires (EPA450/2-78-030, 12/1978).

Manufacture of High-Density 

Polyethylene, Polypropylene, and 

Polystyrene Resins

1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Manufacture of High-Density 

Polyethylene, Polypropylene, and Polystyrene Resins (EPA-450/3-83-008, 11/1983).

Natural Gas/Gasoline Processing Plants 1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Leaks from Natural Gas/Gasoline Processing Plants 

(EPA-450/3-83-007, 12/1983).

Synthetic Organic Chemical Polymer and 

Resin Manufacturing Equipment

1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Leaks from Synthetic Organic Chemical Polymer and 

Resin Manufacturing Equipment (EPA-450/3-83-006, 03/1984).

1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Air Oxidation Processes in Synthetic 

Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry (EPA-450/3-84-015, 12/1984).

2. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Reactor Processes and Distillation 

Operations in Synthetic Organic Chemical Manufacturing Industry (EPA-450/4-91-031, 08/1993).

Wood Furniture Manufacturing Coating 

Operations

1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Wood Furniture Manufacturing 

Operations (EPA-453/R-96-007, 04/1996).

Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Surface 

Coating Operations

1. Control Techniques Guidelines for Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Operations (Surface Coating) (61 

FR 44050 8/27/96, 04/1994).

Flat Wood Paneling 1. Control Techniques Guidelines for Flat Wood Paneling Coatings (EPA-453/R-06-004, 09/2006).

Large Petroleum Dry Cleaners 1. Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Large Petroleum Dry Cleaners (EPA450/3-82-009, 09/1982).

Fixed-Rood Tanks 1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Storage of Petroleum Liquids in Fixed-Roof Tanks 

(EPA-450/2-77-036, 12/1977).

Floating-Roof Tanks 1. Control of Volatile Organic Emissions From Petroleum Liquid Storage in External Floating Roof 

Tanks (EPA-450/2-78-047, 12/1978).

Federal Negative Declarations

Large Appliance Coatings

Synthetic Organic Chemical 

Manufacturing Industry
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Required RACT Actions – 2006 RACT SIP Analysis

The AVAQMD identified three required RACT rule actions in the 2006 RACT SIP Analysis. 

These actions are detailed below. 

Aerospace Coating 

The AVAQMD has aerospace coating operations within its jurisdiction and a current rule that 

applies to this source category, Rule 1124 – Aerospace Assembly and Component Manufacturing 

Operations. Rule 1124 was most recently amended on 08/20/2013. No further action is required 

at this time if USEPA determines that this amendment fulfils current RACT.

Stationary Internal Combustion Engines 

The AVAQMD has stationary internal combustion engines at major sources within its 

jurisdiction, and had two rules that applied to this source category, Rule 1110 - Emissions from 

Stationary Internal Combustion Engines (Demonstration) and Rule 1110.2 - Emissions from 

Stationary, Non-road & Portable Internal Combustion Engines. 

• Rule 1110 was rescinded by the AVAQMD on 01/15/2013. Rule 1110 was adopted by 

South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) on 11/06/1981 to set up a 

demonstration program to collect emissions data for SCAQMD Rule 1110.1 - Emissions 

from Stationary Internal Combustion Engines. The SCAQMD demonstration program 

was completed on or about November 1991. This was prior to the formation of the 

Antelope Valley Air Pollution Control District on 07/01/1997. Rule 1110 was 

subsequently rescinded by the SCAQMD on 11/14/1997. Due to the provisions of the 

implementing statute and the subsequent statutory creation of the Antelope Valley Air 

Quality Management District the rule remained in the AVAQMD rule book though it was 

inapplicable due to the termination of the program and the fact that none of the program 

engines were located within what is now the jurisdiction of the AVAQMD. USEPA is to 

update the rescission action in the SIP. 

• The AVAQMD will either update Rule 1110.2, or adopt a separate agricultural internal 

combustion engine rule to address items including, but not limited to, those identified in 

69 FR 21483, 04/21/2004. 

Additional Required RACT Actions 

USEPA requested further clarification for several rules to determine if they still represent RACT, 

or should be submitted for SIP approval if needed for RACT.2 The AVAQMD provided this 

analysis to USEPA on 03/13/2014 in the 2014 Supplement to the 2006 AVAQMD RACT SIP 

Analysis.

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 The original 2006 RACT SIP Analysis (for the 1997 8-hour ozone standard), together 

with the supplemental March 13, 2014 RACT SIP Analysis and this document, represents a 

current and complete RACT SIP Analysis document to satisfy the District’s RACT obligation for 

the 1997 and 2008 8-hour ozone standards. Those items identified in the 2014 Supplement, and 

additional rule analysis which address newer CTGs, are as follows. A current and complete 

 

2

 USEPA letter September 11, 2006, Re: 8-hour Ozone Reasonably Available Control Technology – State 

Implementation Plan (RACT SIP) Analysis, dated August 2006, Table 1 and Table 2. 

3

 8-hour Ozone Reasonably Available Control Technology RACT State Implementation Plan (SIP) Analysis – 

Supplemental Analysis, March 13, 2014. 
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analysis for each rule will be completed at the time of the specific rule amendment. Those 

reasons identified below as a basis for updating the rule to federal RACT are not necessarily 

inclusive of all rule changes that will be made at the time of amendment. 

Rule 462 – Organic Liquid Loading 

Rule 462 to be amended to address deficiencies in the Limited Approval/Limited Disapproval in 

the NPRM issued 62 FR 26560, 05/14/1997. 

Rule 1107 – Coating of Metal Parts and Products 

Rule 1107 is consistent with CTG control recommendations, but several VOC limits in 

SCAQMD Rule 1107 are lower and have been identified as RACT. 

Rule 1110.2 – Emissions from Gaseous and Liquid Fueled Internal Combustion Engines 

Rule 1110.2 must be updated to remove the agricultural exemption and address other USEPA 

comments identified in the LA/LD (69 FR 21482, 04/21/2004). 

Rule 1145 – Plastic, Rubber and Glass Coatings 

Rule 1145 to be amended to incorporate additional RACT provisions identified in SCAQMD 

Rule 1145. 

Rule 1146 - Emissions Of Oxides Of Nitrogen From Industrial, Institutional And Commercial 

Boilers, Steam Generators, And Process Heaters

Will survey affected units for applicability and determine if it is feasible to update limits as 

RACT. 

Rule 1151 – Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Coating Operations 

Rule must be amended to incorporate provisions of Control Techniques Guidelines for 

Automobile and Light-Duty Truck Assembly Coating as applicable to “Heavier” vehicles, which 

includes all vehicles that meet the definition of the term “other motor vehicles”, as defined at 40 

CFR §63.3176. BYD Coach and Bus is not a major source but is permitted above the CTG for 

Automobile and Light Duty Truck Assembly Coatings (EPA-453/R-08-006, September 2008) 

threshold. 

Rule 1171 – Solvent Cleaning Operations 

Rule must be amended to include work practices, adjust categories for consistency with source 

specific rules, include alternative composite vapor pressure limit. 

Proposed Rule Adoption Schedule 

The AVAQMD will amend all identified rules by the end of calendar year 2016. 
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Appendices 

APPENDIX A – RACT EVALUATION TABLE 

1. Rule 462 – Organic Liquid Loading 

2. Rule 463 – Storage of Organic Liquids

3. Rule 1102 – Petroleum Solvent Dry Cleaners

4. Rule 1104 – Wood Flat Stock Coating Operations 

5. 1106.1 – Pleasure Craft Coating Operations

6. Rule 1107 – Coating of Metal Parts and Products

7. Rule 1110.2 – Emissions from Gaseous and Liquid Fueled Internal Combustion Engines

8. Rule 1141.1 – Coatings and Ink Manufacturing

9. Rule 1145 – Plastic, Rubber and Glass Coatings

10. Rule 1146 – Emissions Of Oxides Of Nitrogen From Industrial, Institutional And 

Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, And Process Heaters 

11. Rule 1146.1 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Small Industrial, Institutional, and 

Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters 

12. Rule 1151 – Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Coating Operations 

13. Rule 1171 – Solvent Cleaning Operations

14. Rule 1176 – VOC Emissions From Wastewater Systems
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AV Rule 462 - Organic Liquid Loading SCAQMD Rule 462 - Organic Liquid Loading RAC

RACT Version 06/09/1995 (62 FR 60784, 11/13/1997)2 05/14/1999, 64 FR 39037, 7/21/1999 Applicability Facilities that load organic liquids with a vapor pressure of 1.5 psia or greater under actual loading conditions into any tank truck, trailer or railroad car as defined as Class A, B or C facilities. Facilities that load organic liquids with a vapor pressure of 1.5 psia or greater under actual loading conditions into any tank truck, trailer or railroad car as defined as Class A, B or C facilities. Definitions Facility Vapor Leak: Escape of organic vapors from a source other than a tank truck, trailer or railroad car in excess of 3,000 ppm as methane above background when measured at a distance of 2 cm from the source according to EPA Method 21. A facility vapor leak source does not include liquid spillage or condensate resulting from "liquid leaks." Facility Vapor Leak: Escape of organic vapors from a source other than a tank truck, trailer or railroad car in excess of 3,000 ppm as methane above background when measured according to EPA Method 21. A facility vapor leak source does not include liquid spillage or condensate resulting from "liquid leaks." New and revised definitions added for rule clarity per SCAQMD TSD. TSD 

identhe vapocm mwas 

Suggested Control Options Provision added as a compliance mechanism for District approval of vapor recovery and/or disposal systems that do not require CARB Certification per SCAQMD TSD. Upd

Evaluation of RACT and recommendation Update Rule 462 to address deficiencies in the Limited Approval/Limited Disapproval in the NPRM issued 05/14/1997. AVAQMD Rule 462 - Organic Liquid Loading11 Table 1, item 6 of the EPA comment letter asks for identification of which District rule was reviewed on the RACT Evaluation Table. Upon review, it was determined that Rule 462 revaluation from the "Tank" section of the Rule Evaluation Table.2 The AVAQMD does not believe that the SIP version of Rule 462 is as listed on the EPA Region 9 website. EPA lists the SIP version as amended on 06/09/1995 (11/13/1997 62 FR 6078

specifically excludes the AVAQMD from the SCAQMD approval. The 5/14/1997 NPRM does not exclude the AVAQMD. The AVAQMD separated from the SCAQMD on 07/01/1997, be

Final rule. Since the 05/14/1997 NPRM does not exclude the AVAQMD, the 06/09/1995 version of Rule 462 is still technically "SIP pending." The last SIP approved version of Rule 462 SCAQMD amendment (no action shown for the 04/04/86 version, and no final on the 12/07/1990 version).Control of Hydrocarbons from Tank Truck Gasoline Loading Terminals, EPA-450/2-77-026Control of Volatile Organic Compound Leaks from Gasoline Tank Trucks and Vapor Collection Systems, EPA 450/2-78-051Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Bulk Gasoline Plants, EPA-450/2-77-035Applicable CTG(s) 
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2. Rule 463 – Storage of Organic Liquids 

AVAQMD Rule 463 - Organic Liquid Storage SCAQMD Rule 463 - Organic Liquid Storage RACT Deficiencies

Amended 03/11/1994 (SIP Approved 

10/23/1996 61 FR 54941)

Amended 11/04/2011 (SIP approved 

03/28/2013 78 FR 18854)

Applicability

Above-ground stationary tanks with a 

capacity of 75,000 liters or greater used for 

storage of organic liquid, and any aboveground tank with a capcity between 950 liters 

and 75,000 liters used for the storage of 

gasoline.

Above-ground stationary tanks with a 

capacity of 75,000 liters or greater used for 

storage of organic liquid, and any aboveground tank with a capcity between 950 liters 

and 75,000 liters used for the storage of 

gasoline.

Same

Definitions

Definitions added for: Actual Storage 

Conditions, Ambient Temperature, Certified 

Person, Drain-Dry Breakout Tank, Heavy 

Crude Oil, and Working Day.

Definition for Vapor Tight has been modified 

to 500 ppm, expressed as methane, above 

background.

Update definitions if rule is updated.

Update definition of "Vapor Tight" to specify 

500 ppm, expressed as methane, above 

background, from 1,000 ppm expressed as 

methane, above background.

Tank Roof Requirements

Equivalency for vapor control device to be 

reviewed by District, ARB and USEPA and 

approved in writing by Executive Officer, ARB 

and USEPA.

For vapor recovery systems, efficiency shall 

be 95%, or vent tank emissions to a fuel gas 

system. 

Add equivalency review criteria.

Allow tank to vent emissions to a fuel gas 

system.

Other Performance Requirements

No crude oil containing in excess of 70 ppm 

by weight of HS shall be stored in floating 

roof tank.

Provision added that organic liquids listed in 

addendum shall be deemed in compliance 

with appropriate vapor pressure limits for 

the tank in which it is stored provided the 

actual storage temp does not exceed the 

corresponding max temp listed.

AV crude oil provision has been removed.

Add additional SCAQMD provision.

Evaluate if crude oil with 70 ppm HS provision 

should be removed.

Self-Inspection of Floating Roof 

Tanks

Out of date compliance dates for inspection 

and maintenance plan req.

Remove compliance dates that have expired 

from AV rule for inspection and maintenance 

plan req.

Reporting and Recordkeeping 

Requirements

Emissions reporting updates allowable 

methods for providing emissions information 

to include USEPAs most recent version of 

"Tanks 4.0 Program."

Update emissions reporting programs to 

include USEPA "Tanks 4.0 Program."

Exemptions

Added exemption provision for drain-dry 

breakout tanks subject to Rule 1149. Evaluate if this provision should be added.

Test Methods Vapor tight condition appears to need to be 

updated.

Updated/added test methods: TVP less than 

5 mmHg, TVP of crude oils and distillates, API 

gravity.

Updated test methods as applicable.

Addendum

Several pages of Attachment C have been 

removed in the most recent SCAQMD 

amendment.

Remove information from Appendix C if no 

longer applicable or necessary.

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 Table 1, item 6 of the EPA comment letter asked for identification of which District rule was reviewed on the RACT Evaluation Table. Upon review, it was determined that 

Rule 463 required further evaluation from the "Tank" section of the Rule Evaluation Table as it had not been properly identified. Review of the AVAQMD RACT SIP Analysis 

and the Federal Negative Declaration for Three Source Categories includes Storage of Petroleum Liquids in Fixed-Roof Tanks and Petroleum Liquid Storage in External 

Floating Roof Tanks (CTGs referenced: Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Storage of Petroleum Liquids in Fixed-Roof Tanks (EPA-450/2-77-036, 12/77) and Control of 

Voaltile Organic Emissions from Petroleum Liquid Storage in External Floating Rood Tanks (EPA-450/2-78-047, 12/78)). 

AVAQMD Rule 463 - Organic Liquid Storage1

Evaluation for RACT and recommendation

Rule 463 was inherited from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) when the Antelope Valley Air Pollution Control District (AVAPCD) was created on 

July 1, 1997. This rule was in the SCAQMD SIP, and is in the AVAQMD SIP.

USEPA has a CTG for external floating roof tanks (EPA-450/2-78-047, 12/78) and fixed-roof tanks (EPA-450/2-77-036, 12/77).

AVAQMD has several tanks that meet the capacity requirement in the fixed-roof tank CTG, but all are used to store fuel which is lower than the true vapor pressure 

requirement (JP5, JP8, Jet A, Jet A-1, Diesel and 1010 oil). The AVAQMD has the potential to acquire sources that may be subject to the CTG applicability threshold. 

Therefore the AVAQMD will not file a FND at this time but will update the rule to current Federal RACT when a source is acquired.

Applicable CTG(s) 

Emissions from Petroleum Liquid Storage in External Floating Roof Tanks, EPA-450/2-78-047, 12/78

Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Storage of Petroleum Liquids in Fixed-Roof Tanks, EPA 450/2-77-036, 12/77
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3. Rule 1102 – Petroleum Solvent Dry Cleaners 

SCAQMD Rule 1102 (Amended 11/17/2000, 

SIP approved, 67 FR 46876 07/17/2002)

AVAQMD Rule 1102 (Amended 12/07/1990, 

SIP approved, 57 FR 10136 03/24/1992) AV Rule 1102 RACT Deficiencies

Applicability Dry cleaning facility using solvent other than 

PERC

Petroleum Solvent Dry Cleaners Applicability does not include all solvents 

besides PERC.

Definitions Terms added/removed from previous 

version to cover additional requirements

Not as comprehensive, does not cover 

SCAQMD expanded applicability.

Would need to be updated to cover more 

comprehensive applicability.

Operating Requirements

Cartridge filters containing paper or carbon 

shall be fully drained in a sealed filter 

housing for 24 hours before removal.

Additional specifications for closed-loop 

machines.

Transfer machines no longer allowed.

Leak check and repair requirements 

specified.

Cartridge filters containing paper or carbon 

shall be fully drained in a sealed filter 

housing for 12 hours before removal.

Increased drainage time for cartridge filters 

from 12 to 24 hours.

Additional specifications for closed-loop 

machines not specified.

Transfer machines no longer allowed.

Leak check and repair requirements not 

specified as to frequency, specificity of 

SCAQMD Rule 1102.

Recordkeeping

Pre-wash weight of materials/load

Purchase and delivery receipts for solvent.

Log of solvent added by operator.

Inventory of solvent.

Amount of solvent used.

Dates of leak inspections.

Detection and repair log for leaks.

Facility mileage for solvent used.

All records maintained pursuant to Rule 109.

Pre-washed weight of articles.

Solvents purchased and solvent inventory.

Maintain records pursuant to Rule 109.

Less comprehensive recordkeeping than SC 

1102.

Test Methods EPA Test Method 25 or SCAQMD Test Method 

25.1 (March 1989).

EPA Test Method 25 or SCAQMD Test Method 

25.1 (March 1989). Same test methods specified.

Compliance Schedule

Not allowed after 01/01/2001 - dip tanks, 

drying cabinets, closed-loop machine 

opened before completion of drying cycle.

Not allowed after 01/01/2005 - Transfer 

machines.

By 01/01/1993 all petroleum solvent drycleaning facilities were to meet rule 

provisions.

SCAQMD Rule no longer allows the operation 

of transfer machines, and they are still 

allowed in AVAQMD rule.

Notes

AV SIP rule was the SC version prior to their 

most recent amendment.

Rule 1102 - Petroleum Solvent Dry Cleaners 

Evaluation of RACT and recommendation

The AVAQMD does not have any sources that meet the CTG applicability threshold (The largest source in the AVAQMD is permitted for purchase of 82 gallons 

annually). The AVAQMD will not file a FND at this time but will update the rule to current Federal RACT when a source is acquired.

CTG Threshold

Consume ≥123,000 liters (32,483 gallons) of petroleum solvent annually.

Applicable CTG

Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Large Petroleum Dry Cleaners, EPA-450/3-82-009. 09/1992.
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4. Rule 1104 – Wood Flat Stock Coating Operations 

SCAQMD Rule 1104 (Amended 

08/13/1999, SIP approved, 65 FR 15240 

03/22/2000)

AVAQMD Rule 1104 (Amended 

03/01/1991, SIP approved, 59 FR 32354 

06/23/1994)

AV Rule 1102 RACT Deficiencies

Applicability

Applies to all persons applying coatings, 

inks, and adhesives to flat wood stock 

for the purpose of manufacturing a 

finished wood panel for attachment to 

the inside walls of buildings, including 

but not limited to, homes and office 

buildings, mobile homes, trailers, 

prefab buildings and similar structures, 

boats and ships; or a finished exterior 

wood siding intended for use in 

construction.

Applies to all persons applying coatings, 

inks, and adhesives to flat wood stock 

for the purpose of manufacturing a 

finished wood panel for attachment to 

the inside walls of buildings, including 

but not limited to, homes and office 

buildings, mobile homes, trailers, 

prefab buildings and similar structures, 

boats and ships; or a finished exterior 

wood siding intended for use in 

construction.

Same applicability.

Requirements

Wood flat stock coatings, inks, and 

adhesives for interior wood panels and 

exterior wood siding - <250 g/l of 

coating, ink or adhesive, less water and 

exempt compound.

Added reference to Rule 1171 - Solvent 

Cleaning Operations

*Wood flat stock coatings and adhesives 

for wood panels - <250 g/l of coating or 

adhesive, less water and exempt 

compound.

*Wood flat stock inks - <300 g/l of VOC 

per liter of ink, less water and exempt 

compound. 

*Wood flat stock coatings for exterior 

wood siding - <350 g/l of VOC per liter of 

coating, less water and exempt 

compound. 

Wood flat sock inks for wood panels and 

wood flat stock coatings for exterior 

wood siding exceed the limits in SC 

RACT version.

No Rule 1171 reference.

Recordkeeping

Pursuant to Rule 109 (Amended 

05/02/2003, Approved 69 FR 3018 

01/22/2004)

Pursuant to Rule 109 (Amended 

4/20/2010, Approved 77 FR 12495 

03/01/2012)

Same recordkeeping requirements.

Test Methods, AECP, Exemption Same test methods, AECP, Exemptions 

cited.

Notes

AV SIP rule was the SC version prior to 

their most current amendment. 

15 lb/day (6.8 kg/day)

Rule 1104 - Wood Flat Stock Coating Operations

Evaluation of RACT and recommendation

The AVAQMD does not have any sources that meet the CTG applicability threshold. The AVAQMD will not file a FND at this time but will update the rule to current 

Federal RACT when a source is acquired.

Applicable CTG

Control of Volatile Organic Compounds Emissions from Existing Stationary Sources Volume VII: Factory Surface Coating of Flatwood Panelling ( EPA-450/2-78-032, 

June 1978)

CTG Threshold
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Applicability VOC Content Limit Application Methods Add-On Controls Solvent Cleaning/Work Practices Rule 1106.1 Applicable to all coating operations of pleasure craft, , or their parts and components, for the purpose of refinishing, repairing, modification, or manufacturing such craft. Also applies to establishments engaged in activities described under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes 3732 - Boat Building and Repairing and 4493 - Marinas. Topcoats Extreme High Gloss 490 High Gloss 420 Pretreatment Wash Primers 780 Finish Primer/Surfacer 420 High Build Primer Surfacer 340 Teak Primer 775 (non-CTG) Antifoulant Coatings Aluminum Substrate 560 Other Substrates 150 (lower) Clear Wood Finishes Sealers 550 (non-CTG) Varnishes 490 (non-CTG) Others 420 Hand Application HVLP or equivalent Add-on Controls not specified. References Rule 1171 - Solvent Cleaning Operations. Rule 1171 requirements adequately cover CTG recommended solvent cleaning work practices. 

EPA CTG:Control Techniques Guidelines for Miscellaneous Metal and Plastic Parts (EPA 453/R-08-003, September 2008) Applicable to coatings that are applied to the surfaces of a varied range of metal and plastic parts and products, including the metal and plastic componenets of pleasure craft (recreational boats). Topcoats Extreme High Gloss 490 (4.1) High Gloss 420 (3.5) Pretreatment Wash Primers 780 (6.5) Finish Primer/Surfacer 420 (3.5) High Build Primer Surfacer 340 (2.8) Antifoulant Coatings Aluminum Substrate 560 (4.7) Other Substrates 340 (2.8) Others 420 (3.5) Recommended control options specify use of one or more of the following coating application methods in conjunction with the use of low-VOC content coatings: electrostatic application, HVLP spray, flow coat, roller coat, dip coat (including electrodeposition), airless spray, air- assisted airless spray, or other coating application methods capable of achieving a transfer efficiency equivalent to or better than that achieved by HVLP spraying. Overall VOC control efficiency of 90% for facilities that choose to use add-on controls instead of low VOC content coatings and specified application methods. Cover mixing and storage vessels for VOC- containing cleaning materials, and cleanng waste materials except when adding, removing or mixing contents. Used closed containers or pipes to store or convey VOC-containing cleaning and cleaning waste materials. Minimize spills of VOC-containing cleaning and cleaning waste materials. Minimize VOC emissions during cleaning operations. 

SCAQMD Rule 1106.1 (amended 02/12/1999, approved/RACT 64 FR 47393, 08/31/1999)Same applicability as AVAQMD, except for references Rule 1106 - Marine Coating Operations, which was rescinded by AVAQMD.

All coating limits are the same as AVAQMD Rule 1106.1 except Antifoulant Coatings - Other Substrates than Aluminum, which has increased from 150 to 330 g/L. Per SCAQMD January 1999 Staff Report, use of water-based antifoulants resulted in application problems, including delamination/blistering above the water line, burn-back around metal fittings, and shorter service life. These problems resulted in the unexpected growth of marine organisms in problem areas, requiring re-application and considerable expense to boatyards. 

Removed Hand application, HVLP or equivalent. Application method not further specified.Per SCAQMD January 1999 Staff Report, use of HVLP spray equipment led to performance problems such as sags, orange peel and other appearance imperfections due primarily to the coating formulation. The use of HVLP spray equipment with compliant coatings, which are higher in solids than their conventional counterparts, are routinely used illegally (i.e., greater than 10 psi) in order to avoid appearance problems such as sags and orange peel. In an attempt to improve the flow properties of coatings sprayed with HVLP spray equipment, additional thinner was added, causing an increase in emissions. Since pleasure craft coating operations are conducted outdoors, weather conditions such as wind, humidity, and heat exacerbate an already difficult situation.

Add-on Controls not specified. References Rule 1171 - Solvent Cleaning Operations. 

Evaluation for RACT:

Rule 1106.1 - Pleasure Craft Coating Operations (Amended 6/13/1997)

Conclusion/Recommendation:Rule does not require an update for federal RACT. If updated, the rule could be amended for several administrative items such as removing the reference to Rule 1160, which has been rescinded, and several tes

reference numbers. None of these items affect federal RACT requirements.Rule 1106.1 meets or exceeds VOC and control requirements in CTG and most recent amendment of SCAQMD Rule 1106.1
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6. Rule 1107 – Coating of Metal Parts and Products 

Applicability VOC Control Device Efficiency Coating Application Methods

Rule 1107 

Applies to all metal coatings operations

except those performed on aerospace 

assembly, magnet wire, marine craft, 

motor vehicle, metal container, and coil 

coating operations.

VOC limits consistant with those in CTG, 

except as noted:

-High Performance Architectural Coating 

limit is lower in AVAQMD rule. 

-AV rule does not include Drum Coating 

categories or limits*.

*The District does not currently have a 

drum coating facility, or expect any in the 

future. Not having drum coating 

categories at this time does not 

constitute a RACT deficiency at this time.

Collect 90% with 

destruction efficiency of 

at least 95%

Electrostatic

HVLP

Flow Coat

Roll Coater

Dip Coat 

Hand Application Methods

Equivalent to HVLP

Control Techniques Guidelines for 

Miscellaneous Metal and Plastic Parts 

Coatings (EPA-453/R-08-003, September 

2008)

These miscellaneous metal products 

include, but are not limited to, metal 

components of the following types of 

products as well as the products 

themselves: fabricated metal products, 

small and large farm machinery, 

commercial and industrial machinery 

and equipment, automotive or 

transportation equipment, interior or 

exterior automotive parts, construction 

equipment, motor vehicle accessories, 

bicycles and sporting goods, toys, 

recreational vehicles, pleasure craft 

(recreational boats), extruded 

aluminum structural components, 

railroad cars, heavier vehicles, lawn and 

garden equipment, business machines, 

laboratory and medical equipment, 

electronic equipment, steel drums, 

metal pipes, and numerous other 

industrial and household products.

Coating Categories and limits (g/L) not 

included:

Drum Coating, New, Exterior

 (Air-dried, 340/Baked, 340)

Drum Coating, New, Interior

 (Air-dried, 420/Baked, 420)

Drum Coating, Reconditioned, Exterior

 (Air-dried, 420/Baked, 420)

Drum Coating, Reconditioned, Interior

 (Air-dried, 500/Baked, 500)

90% overall control 

efficiency.

Electrostatic

HVLP

Flow Coat

Roller Coat

Dip Coat (electrodeposition)

Airless Spray

Air-assisted airless spray

Equivalent to HVLP

SCAQMD Rule 1107 

General has been separated out to OneComponent and Multi-component 

Categories. One-Component air-dried 

limit lower than CTG and AV version.

Extreme High-Gloss, Air-dried lowered 

to 340.

Prefabricated Architectural separated to 

One-Component and Multi-Component. 

One-Component and Multi-Component 

air-dried limits lower than CTG and AV 

version.

SCAQMD added separate Rule 1125 to 

cover steel pail and drum coatings.

Collect 90% with 

destruction efficiency of 

at least 95%

Electrostatic

Flow coat

Roll coat

Dip coat

HVLP

Hand application methods

Printing techniques (inkjet)

Equivalent to HVLP

Rule 1107 - Coating of Metal Parts and Products

Evaluation for RACT:

Conclusion/Recommendation:

Rule 1107 is consistent with the CTG, but several VOC limits in SCAQMD Rule 1107 are slightly lower.

Amend Rule 1107 to meet federal RACT requirements.
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7. Rule 1110.2 – Emissions from Gaseous and Liquid Fueled Internal Combustion Engines 

AVAQMD Rule 1110.2 - Emissions From Stationary, Non-road & Portable Internal Combustion Engines1

1 Rule 1110.2 was originally adopted by SCAQMD on 08/03/1990 and amended 09/07/1990, 08/12/1994 and 

12/09/1994. EPA did not approve any of these rule versions into the SIP. The AVAQMD subsequently amended 

Rule 1110.2 on 05/15/2001 and 01/21/2003. On 04/21/2004, EPA proposed a limited approval/limited disapproval 

(69 FR 21482, 04/21/2004) of the revision. The LA/LD was based on the agricultural ICE exemption. The LA/LD also 

included a request for justification of the seasonal exemption for ICE used for snow manufacturing and ski lift 

operation, request for correction of several citations, and increasing record retention from 2 years to 5 years. 

Specifically, EPA determined that the Ag exemption, and possibly the snow/ski exemption, disqualified Rule 

1110.2 from meeting RACT. 

Evaluation for RACT and recommendation

Rule 1110.2 is not RACT. Rule 1110.2 must be updated to remove the Ag exemption and address other EPA

comments identified in the LA/LD (69 FR 21482, 04/21/2004).
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8. Rule 1141.1 – Coatings and Ink Manufacturing 

AVAQMD Rule 1141.1 - Coatings and Ink 

Manufacturing

SCAQMD Rule 1141.1 - Coatings and Ink 

Manufacturing RACT Deficiencies

Amended 03/06/1992 (SIP version amended 

03/14/1984, approved 01/24/1985, 50 FR 3338)

Amended 11/17/2000 (02/12/2002, 67 FR 

6410)

Applicability

Coatings manufacturer - establishment that 

mixes, blends, and/or compounds paints, 

varnishes, lacquers, enamels, shellacs, or 

sealers, and is classified as 2851 in the SIC 

Manual.

Ink manufacturer - establishment that mixes, 

blends, and/or compounds printing inks and 

is classified as 2893 in the SIC Manual.

Coatings manufacturer - establishment that 

mixes, blends, and/or compounds paints, 

varnishes, lacquers, enamels, shellacs, or 

sealers, and is classified as 2851 in the SIC 

Manual.

Ink manufacturer - establishment that mixes, 

blends, and/or compounds printing inks and 

is classified as 2893 in the SIC Manual.

Same applicability.

Definitions Still have definition for ROG. Definition added for exempt compound, 

updated for VOC and waterbased coating. Update definitions

Requirements Reference ROG rather than VOC. Same requirements, but reference VOC 

rather than ROG. Update reference from ROG to VOC.

Recordkeeping None

Maintain daily or monthly records, including 

type and amount of each coating/ink 

manufactured, type and amount of each VOC 

containing material in each coating or ink, 

the type and VOC content of each solvent 

used for clean-up used.

Maintain records for 2 years.

Add recordkeeping requirements.

Exemptions

Added exemption from rule provisions 

except recordkeeping if manufacture less 

than 11,000 gallons of coatings and/or inks 

per calendar month.

Will evaluate adding additional exemption. 

All other exemptions the same.

Compliance Lists dates for compliance with rule 

requirements.

Have been removed from SCAQMD rule 

amendment. May be removed from 

AVAQMD rule if no longer necessary.

Fees

Permit application linked to filing of 

compliance plan. May be required to submit 

engineering evaluation fee as well.

This provision has been removed from 

SCAQMD rule. May be removed from 

AVAQMD rule if no longer necessary.

AVAQMD has no major sources subject to the provisions of Rule 1141.1. This rule is not required to meet RACT and does not require updating at this time. 

If the AVAQMD acquires a major source, the rule will be re-evaluated for RACT at that time.

Rule 1141.1 - Coatings and Ink Manufacturing

Applicable CTGs

Control of Volatile Organic Emissions from Existing Stationary Sources, Volume I: Control Methods for Surface Coating Operations (EPA-450/2-76-028, 

11/76, NTIS PB-260-386). Although often listed with the CTGs for historical reasons, this document does not define RACT for any source. It is a compilation 

Control of VOC Emissions from Ink and Paint Manufacturing Processes (EPA-450/3-92-013, 4/92)

Evaluation for RACT and recommendation
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9. Rule 1145 – Plastic, Rubber and Glass Coatings 

AV Rule 1145 - Plastic, Rubber, and Glass 

Coatings1

SC Rule 1145 - Plastic, Rubber, Leather, and 

Glass Coatings RACT Deficiencies

SIP Version Amended 01/10/92 (12/20/1993, 58 FR 66286) Amended 12/04/2009 (07/14/2010, 75 FR 

40726)

Applicability

Reduce VOC emissions from the application 

of coatings to any plastic, rubber or glass 

product.

Reduce VOC emissions from the application 

of coatings to any plastic, rubber, leather or 

glass products.

Evaluate if need to expand applicability to 

include leather coatings.

Definitions

Several definitions have been 

added/removed/updated: carpet backing, 

coating,extreme performance coating, HVLP, 

leather antique coating, leather color 

coating, leather sealer coating, leather stain 

coating, leather top coating, refrigerated 

glass door coating, vacuum 

metalizing/physical vapor deposition.

Update definitions as needed and add 

definitions for leather coatings if leather is 

added to applicability.

VOC Limits

Several higher VOC limits: General Coatings 

(one- and two-component), multi-colored 

coatings, mirror backing (roll coated), optical 

coatings. 

Added categories: extreme performance, 

leather, refrigerated glass doors.

Update VOC limits if cost-effective, and add 

new categories if needed.

Requirements

Remove 1151 references if now contained in 

1151.

Update transfer efficiency requirement.

Added qualification for classification as 

extreme performance.

Add extreme performance coating 

qualification, update transfer efficiency 

requirement, remove 1151 reference if 

applicable.

Compliance Test 

Methods

Update test methods to include additional 

references.

Added determination of efficiency of 

emission control system. Update test methods.

Prohibition of Sale Additional language. Update prohibition of sale requirements if 

applicable.

Exemptions

Update exemption for clear and translucent 

coatings.

Added exemption applicable to 

polyurethane shoe sole coating. Update exemptions.

1

 The version of Rule 1145 in the AVAQMD Rule book is as amended by SCAQMD 02/14/1997. The AVAQMD separated from the SCAQMD on 07/01/1997, prior to 

the submission of this rule to USEPA on 08/01/1997. The SCAQMD approval of the 02/14/1997 version (05/04/1999, 64 FR 23774) specifically excluded the 

AVAQMD from the aproval action. The RACT analysis will compare the rulebook version to the SCAQMD SIP version.

Applicable CTGs

CTG for Miscellaneous Metal and Plastic Parts Coatings (EPA-453/R-08-003, September 2008)

Rule 1145 - Plastic, Rubber and Glass Coatings

Evaluation of RACT and recommendation

Update Rule 1145 to address deficiencies noted in RACT rule analysis with SCAQMD Rule 1145.
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AVAQMD Rule 1146 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters, Adopted 5/13/1994 (SIP approved 09/06/1995, 60 FR 46220) SCAQMD Rule 1146 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters, Amended 11/17/2000 (SIP approved 04/08/2002, 67 FR 16640) SJVUAPCD Rule 4306 - Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters - Phase 3, Amended 10/16/2008 (SIP Approved 01/13/2010, 75 FR 1715) 

Applicability Boilers, steam generators, and process heaters of equal to or greater than 5 million Btu per hour rated heat input capacity used in all industrial, institutional operations with the exception of boilers used by electric utilities to generate electricity, boilers and process heaters with a rated input capacity greater than 40 MMBtu per hour used in petroleum refineries, and sulfur plant reaction boilers. Boilers, steam generators, and process heaters of equal to or greater than 5 million Btu per hour rated heat input capacity used in all industrial, institutional operations with the exception of boilers used by electric utilities to generate electricity, boilers and process heaters with a rated input capacity greater than 40 MMBtu per hour used in petroleum refineries, and sulfur plant reaction boilers. Any gaseous fuel or liquid fuel fired boiler, steam generator, or process heater with a total rated heat input greater than 5 million Btu per hour. ≥ 5 million Btu/hr and > 90,000 Therms fuel use 40 ppm NOx (gaseous, liquid or solid fuel) 400 CO 40 ppm NOx (gaseous fuels) 40 ppm Nox (combination gaseous/non-gaseous - ≥5 and <40) 400 ppm CO ≥ 40 million Btu/hr and > 25% annual capacity factor 30 ppm NOx 400 CO 30 ppm Nox 400 ppm CO ≥ 40 million Btu/hr and > 25% annual capacity less than factor and >90,000 Therms 40 ppm NOx 400 CO 40 ppm NOx (≥ 40 million Btu/hr and rated heat input ≤ 25% burning gaseous and non-gaseous) 400 ppm CO Any unit with rated heat input capacity ≥ 5 million Btu/hr, annual heat unput ≤ 90,000 Therms shall: -maintain stack gas [O2] at ≤ 3% on a dry basis for any consecutive 15-min averaging period; or -be tuned at least 2x/year according to procedures in attachment or manufacturer's specifications for tune-up.    ≥ 40 million Btu/hr and and annual heat input >200 x 109 shall have a continuous in-stack nitrogen oxides monitor or equivalent verification system in compliance with 40 CFR 60 Appendix B Spec. 2.   CEMS for any unit subject to emission limits or approved alternative monitoring system ≥ 10 million Btu/hr and burning gaseous fuels 30 ppm Nox 400 ppm CO ≥ 10 million Btu/hr and burning combination of gaseous and non-gaseous fuels 30 ppm Nox 400 ppm CO ≥ 5 million Btu/hr and <10 Btu/hr 30 ppm Nox 400 ppm CO

≤ 20 MMBtu/hr

Std/Gaseous - 15 ppmvEnhanced/Gaseous - 9 ppmvLiquid - 40 ppmv

CO - 400 ppm

> 20 MMBtu/hr

Std/Gaseous - 9 ppmvEnhanced/Gaseous - 6 ppmvLiquid - 40 ppmvCO - 400 ppm

Load-following Units

Std/Gaseous - 15 ppmvEnhanced/Gaseous - 9 ppmvLiquid - 40 ppmvCO - 400 ppm

Units limited by PTO to annual heat input of 9 billion Btu/year to 30 billion Btu/year

Gaseous - 30 ppmvLiquid - 40 ppmvCO - 400 ppmv

Unit in which the rated heat input of each burner is ≤5 MMBtu/hr but total of all burners in unit is > 5MMBtu/hr, and the products of combustion do not come in contact with the products of combustion of any other burner

Gaseous - 30 ppmvLiquid - 40 ppmvCO - 400 ppmv

Evaluation for RACT and recommendationWill survey affected units for applicability and determine if it is feasible to update limits as RACT.Emission Limits 

AVAQMD Rule 1146 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters
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11. Rule 1146.1 – Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Small Industrial, Institutional, and 

Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters

AVAQMD Rule 1146.1, Amended 05/13/1995 

SJVUAPCD Rule 4307 - Boilers, Steam Generators, 

and Process Heaters - 2.0 MMBtu/hr to 5.0 

MMBtu/hr, Amended 10/16/2008 

RACT deficiencies

SIP Version SIP approved 09/06/1995, 60 FR 46220 SIP approved 01/13/2010, 75 FR 1715

Applicability

Boilers, steam generators, and process heaters 

that are greater than 2 million Btu per hour and 

less than 5 million Btu per hour rated heat input 

capacity used in any industrial, institutional, or 

commercial operation.

Gaseous fuel or liquid fuel fired boiler, steam 

generator, or process heater with a total rated heat 

input of 2.0 million Btu per hour up to and 

including 5.0 MMBtu/hr.

AVAQMD rule does not have different limits for 

liquid and gaseous fueled boilers, steam 

generators, or process heaters in applicability. 

Both liquid and gaseous have same limit in 

AVAQMD rule, where liquid fired units in SJUAPCD 

rule has higher NOx limit for liquid fueled units.

Definitions Many definitions have been added or modified. May need to be updated for clarification or new 

requirements.

Exemptions

NOx and CO limits do not apply if:

Non-resettable, totalizing fuel meter 

demonstrating that unit operates less than 18,000 

therms per calendar year.

Records list cumulative fuel annual usage for 

preceding calendar year.

Must maintain stack-gas oxygen concentrations, be 

tuned twice per year, submit compliance plan.

1. Solid fuel fired units.

2. Dryers and glass melting furnaces.

3. Kilns, humidifiers, and smelters where the 

products of combustion come in direct contact 

with the material to be heated. 

4. Unfired or fired waste heat recovery boilers that 

are used to recover or augment heat from the 

exhaust combustion of gas turbines or ICE.

5. NOx and CO limits shall not be enforced when 

burning other than PUC fuel during an approved 

curtailment.

Add exemptions if applicable.

Requirements Standards for NOx and CO.

Standards for NOx, CO, PM and SOx, as well as new 

and replacement atmospheric and nonatmospheric units.

The AVAQMD is not nonattainment for PM10 and 

SOx, and does not need to incorporate these limits 

in the rule. The requirements for new and 

replacement units would be evaluated for BACT at 

major facilities. Therefore, the RACT limits for 

NOx and CO in AVAQMD Rule 1146.1 are the same 

as those in SJVUAPCD 4307.

Equipment Tuning Procedure Appendix A, Rule 1146.1 Rule 4304 Contains same info. No update necessary.

Start-up, shutdown 6-hr time limit for start-up, shut down. Places 1-hr or 2-hr requirements on start-up and 

shutdown Expand start-up, shutdown requirements.

Monitoring Provisions

Tune-up provision, operational non-resettable, 

totalizing mass or volumetric flow meters on each 

line.

Monitor manufacturer recommended operational 

characteristics once a month.

Operational non-resettable, totalizing mass or 

volumetric flow meters on each line, or a master 

meter.

Add monthly monitoring of manufacturer 

recommended operational characteristics.

Test Methods May need to update several test methods 

referenced.

Recordkeeping 2 years 5 years Update record retention to 5 years.

Additional Requirements To be analyzed as necessary for applicability.

AVAQMD Rule 1146.1 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Small Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters1

1

 The SCAQMD rule amendment in the SIP is identical to the AVAQMD rulebook version. SCAQMD most recently amended Rule 1146.1 - Emissions of Oxides of Nitrogen from Small 

Industrial, Institutional, and Commercial Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters on 11/01/2013. This version has not been updated as a SIP approved RACT rule on the Region 9 

SIP site, nor does it appear that CARB has yet submitted this amendment to USEPA. The prior 09/05/2008 SC amendment received proposed Limited Disapproval/Limited Approval from 

USEPA. 

Evaluation of RACT and recommendation

NOx and CO limits are consistent with current RACT limits in SJVUAPCD Rule 4307 as well as SCAQMD Rule 1146.1. These rules, as well as the TSD for the SCAQMD 09/05/2008 amendment 

will be used for updating requirements during next rule update. 

Applicable CTG(s)

ACT Document - NOx Emissions from Industrial/Commercial/Institutional (ICI) Boilers, USEPA 453/R-94-022, March 1994.

ACT Document - NOx Emissions from Utility Boilers, USEPA 452/R-93-008, March 1994.
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12. Rule 1151 – Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Coating Operations 

Rule 1151 - Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Coating Operations

Applicable CTGs

Control Techniques Guidelines for Automobile and Light Duty Truck Assembly 

Coatings, EPA 453/R-08-006, 09/2008.

Protocol for Determinng the Daily Volatile Organic Compound Emission Rate of 

Automobile and Light-Duty Truck Primer-Surfacer and Topcoat Operations, EPA 

453/R-08-022, 09/2008.

CTG Applicability

This CTG applies to the application of coatings in automobile and light-duty truck 

assembly coatings, which includes heavier vehicles (buses) as defined at 40 CFR 

63.3176.

Evaluation for RACT

Rule must be amended to incorporate provisions of Control Techniques 

Guidelines for Automobile and Light-Duty Truck Assembly Coating as applicable to 

“Heavier” vehicles, which includes all vehicles that meet the definition of the 

term “other motor vehicles”, as defined at 40 CFR §63.3176. BYD Coach and Bus is 

not a major source but is permitted above the CTG for Automobile and Light Duty 

Truck Assembly Coatings .
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13. Rule 1171 – Solvent Cleaning Operations 

Rule 1171

Amended 11/17/98

SIP Approved 05/24/01, 66 FR 28666

CTG

Control Techniques Guidelines 

for Industrial Cleaning Solvents, 

EPA-453/R-06-001, 09/2006

RACT Evaluation

Applicability

VOC Containing materials in 

solvent cleaning operations during 

the production, repair, 

maintenance or servicing of parts, 

products, tools, machinery, 

equipment, or general work areas, 

and storage and disposal of VOC 

containing materials.

Use organic solvent for cleaning 

operations such as mixing vessels 

(tanks), spray booths, and parts 

cleaners where a facility emits at 

lt least 15 lb/day of VOC before 

consideration of controls in an 

ozone nonattainment area.

CTG recommends particular 

cleaning activities are only 

subject to one set of 

requirements

Work Practices Not specified.

1. Cover open containers and 

used applicators.

2. Minimize air circulation around 

cleaning operations.

3. Properly dispose of used 

solvent and shop towels.

4. Implement equipment 

practices that minimize 

emissions.

Add work practices.

VOC limits

50 grams VOC per liter for each of 

the 9 unit operations (spray gun 

cleaning, spray booth cleaning, 

large manufactured components 

cleaning, parts cleaning, 

equipment cleaning, line 

cleaning, floor cleaning, tank 

cleaning, small manufactured 

components cleaning)

Need to update rule to reference 

source specific rules, and VOC 

limits

Overall Control 

Efficiency Collect 90%, 95% destruction 85% Meets

Alternative 

Composite Vapor 

Pressure Limit

Several below, several above 

recommended limit

8 mmHg at 20°C, as a replacement 

or alternative limit to 50 g/l VOC. Update

Rule 1171 - Solvent Cleaning Operations

Evaluation of RACT and recommendation

Update Rule 1171 to include work practices, adjust categories for consistency with source specific rules, include alternative 

composite vapor pressure limit.
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14. Rule 1176 – VOC Emissions From Wastewater Systems