Air Quality Permitting

CORE Environmental Consultants assists industrial, institutional, and energy sector clients with air quality permitting under NYSDEC, EPA, and local air programs. Our experienced air permitting consultants prepare comprehensive applications, emissions calculations, and compliance documentation for facilities subject to 6 NYCRR Part 201, NSPS, NESHAP, and Title V requirements.

From process emissions to fuel combustion, solvent use, and dust control—our team ensures your operation meets all applicable air quality thresholds and obligations.

When Is Air Quality Permitting Required?

An air permit is typically required when a facility:

• Operates stationary sources of air pollution (e.g., boilers, engines, kilns, spray booths, baghouses)
• Emits regulated pollutants above permit exemption thresholds
• Stores or uses volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or hazardous air pollutants (HAPs)
• Is a Title V major source or needs a State Facility or Registration permit under NYSDEC
• Is constructing or modifying equipment subject to NSPS or MACT standards

Failure to obtain or modify permits prior to installation or operation can result in fines, stop-work orders, and operating restrictions.

CORE’s Air Quality Permitting Services

We support air permitting throughout the facility lifecycle:

• Permit applicability and exemption reviews
• Preparation of Registration, State Facility, or Title V permit applications
• Emission calculations using EPA AP-42 factors or site-specific data
• Emission unit inventory development
• Modeling support (screening or refined) for air dispersion assessments
• Compliance plans and monitoring strategies
• Modification, renewal, and permit condition review
• Recordkeeping systems and templates
• Annual Emissions Statement (AES) preparation and submission

Our Process

1. Emission Source Inventory & Threshold Analysis
   We identify all emission units and processes, determine pollutant types and rates, and assess whether permitting thresholds are triggered.
2. Permit Tier Selection & Application Development
   Based on the results, CORE selects the appropriate permit tier (Registration, State Facility, or Title V), and prepares the application package for submission, including forms, calculations, and supporting documentation.
3. Regulatory Engagement & Public Notice (if required)
   We coordinate with NYSDEC or local agencies, respond to questions, and assist with any public participation or notice steps required by law.
4. Permit Compliance Strategy
   CORE helps facilities develop the monitoring, recordkeeping, and reporting tools needed to meet permit conditions.
5. Ongoing Compliance & Modifications
   As operations change, we assist with permit renewals, source modifications, stack test planning, and AES submissions.

✅ Why CORE?

✔ State & Federal Experience
We prepare air permit applications that align with 6 NYCRR Part 201, NSPS, NESHAP, and local air program requirements.

✔ Engineering-Based Calculations
Our team includes engineers experienced in combustion systems, chemical processes, and industrial ventilation.

✔ Full Compliance Planning
Beyond the permit, we help you track conditions, submit required reports, and prepare for inspections or audits.

✔ Emissions Inventory Experts
From AP-42 to material balances and CEMS data—we create defensible, well-documented inventories.