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About
Business Assistance Program
Our Business Assistance Program can help you understand and comply with air quality regulations.
What is a courtesy inspection? The Business Assistant will come to your site for a free evaluation of your operations to help with permits, recordkeeping, and more to ensure your business complies with air quality regulations.
What should I expect? We will take a look at your on-site operations. You should be clear and transparent about your business practices to ensure we can address all requirements. The District will NOT issue violations during courtesy inspections.
How do I prepare? Identify equipment, processes, products to discuss. Prepare operating manuals, SDSs, and any other relevant information to review and discuss.
How do I schedule? Call (858) 586-2650 or email APCDSBA@sdapcd.org.
The Business Assistant can help identify equipment that requires a permit; assist with completing permitting forms and supplemental information; and provide permitting fee estimates.
We are also available to ensure coatings, solvents and other materials used meet District rules; and explain how to properly maintain records.
The Business Assistant can provide tailored training to your facility or industry group. Training is provided in person or virtually as needed.
Schedule a training by calling (858) 586-2650 or emailing APCDSBA@sdapcd.org or see below for pre-recorded trainings available on demand.
Resources
To learn more about permitting process and obtain application forms and fees, please visit the Permits page.
Visit the Forms, Notifications & Advisories page to view all compliance advisories.
To learn more about how to respond to Notices of Violations, please visit the Violation Information page.
View sample record-keeping forms and permit attachments on our SDAPCD Forms and Notifications page.
Learn about specific Compliance Program your operation might be subject to by visiting the Compliance Programs page.
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Recorded Trainings
Finding VOC Information
Calculating VOC Emissions
Determining if Coating is Compliant with VOC Standards
Automotive Coatings
HVLP Spray Guns
HVLP Spray Guns Spanish
Recordkeeping Requirements
Cleaning Application Equipment/Spray Guns
Open Containers
Open Containers Spanish
Spray Booth and Filters
VOC Standards
Marine Coatings
Compliance at the Deckplate
Aboveground Storage Tank Permitting Workshop
Retail Gas Station Inspection Process
Gas Station Compliance School
Trainings
Date | Subject | Location | Audience |
6/7/2023 | Asbestos Rule 1206 | Elijah's Restaurant | CA Real Estate Inspectors Association (CREIA) |
7/19/2023 | Asbestos Rule 1206 | District HQ | Public |
8/16/2023 | SDGE PSPS & Emergency Backup Engines | Virtual | SDGE Stakeholders |
9/26/2023 | SDGE PSPS & Emergency Backup Engines | Virtual | SDGE Stakeholders |
9/26/2023 | Gasoline Dispensing Facilities | Virtual | Navy/Military Staff |
10/24/2023 | Engines: Stationary and Portable | Virtual | Navy/Military Staff |
11/15/2023 | CARB In-Use Off-Road Diesel Regulations Amendments |
County Operations Center | Public |
| 1/17/2024 | Rule 1206 Asbestos | District HQ | Public |
Contact Us
For additional assistance, please contact us at (858) 586-2650 or at APCDSBA@sdapcd.org.
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The Business Assistance Program helps businesses and other facilities in San Diego County comply with Air Pollution Control District (District) regulations at the lowest possible cost. It serves as a liaison between business owners and the APCD.
Most small business owners are too busy serving their customers and running their businesses to worry about air pollution. And many can't afford to hire a consultant or staff person to keep their company up-to-date on changing environmental requirements.
However, the equipment, materials and processes used by many small businesses can produce emissions that contribute to San Diego County's air pollution problem. That's why the Air Pollution Control District developed the Business Assistance Program-to help make it easier for business owners to comply with District rules and regulations.
Why require air quality permits?
The permit system enables the District to track air pollution sources in order to reduce emissions and ensure compliance with District rules and regulations. The purpose is to protect the public health from the harmful effects of air pollution. The District offers a number of services designed to save business owners time and money during the permit process, including:
• Explanation of regulatory requirements
• Help completing a permit application
• Assistance obtaining a variance from district requirements
• Field permit inspections for routine equipment found operating without a permit
• Assistance for businesses new to the area
What compliance resources are available?
The Business Assistance Program also offers several compliance measures to make it easier for small businesses to meet regulatory requirements, including:
• Sample record-keeping forms
• Advisories on new regulations
• Courtesy compliance inspections
• Training workshops on new rules
• A Notice to Comply policy (for minor violations only); the business will not be subject to a fine if an administrative problem is corrected by a specified date.
• A Notice of Repair program for gas stations; the owner will not be subject to a fine if minor deficiencies in vapor recovery equipment are repaired within seven days.
What is the purpose of the Business Assistance Program?
To help small and large businesses in San Diego County comply with Air Pollution Control District regulations at the lowest possible cost. Most small business owners are too busy serving their customers and running their businesses to worry about air pollution. And many can't afford to hire a consultant or staff person to keep their company up-to-date on changing environmental requirements.
However, the equipment, materials and processes used by many small businesses can produce emissions that contribute to San Diego County's air pollution problem. That's why the Air Pollution Control District developed the Business Assistance Program-to help make it easier for business owners to comply with District rules and regulations.
Industry Recognition Program
The Air Pollution Control District's Industry Recognition Program recognizes those companies or organizations that have made significant contributions to improve air quality. Throughout the year, the District recognizes Clean Air Champions, and once a year, presents the APCD-IEA Blue Sky Leadership Awards.
If you would like to nominate a business or organization please email us or call (858) 586-2650.
Other Information
What to do when you receive a violation notification
Forms, Notifications & Advisories
Training Classes offered by Air Resources Board
Compliance Division Contact
Contact us Monday through Friday 7:00am-5:00pm at (858) 586-2650 or by email at apcdcomp@sdapcd.org.