Those considering a WTE facility should anticipate and acquire all permits that are needed for wastewater treatment and disposal. WTE facility wastewater may affect both ground and surface waters. Local permits are usually required. The construction and operation of a WTE facility also required several other permits, many of which satisfy local requirements, such as those for zoning or traffic. Other environmental concerns must be addressed.
Most states have standards for noise levels from industrial facilities.
Walls, fences, trees, and landscaped earthen barriers may reduce noise levels. Construction in an industrially zoned area is an example of siting in a compatible land use area. Undeveloped land around the facility will mitigate undesirable impacts. Final site selection is based on a detailed environmental and technical evaluation. Deciding how the facility will be managed and by whom is crucial.