Painting Operations

The Air Pollution Control District (SDAPCD) regulates painting operations to control the emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) which are precursors to the formation of ozone. The materials used may also contain dangerous Toxic Air Contaminants (TAC). Applicable rules cover various substrates and include specific definitions and standards. If you have questions or need additional clarifications please call the main Compliance telephone number (858) 586-2650 and ask to speak with the Duty Inspector.

SDAPCD has developed and continues to add various sample record keeping forms and instructional videos to assist the business community in remaining compliant.

Obtain a Permit

VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) Help Guides

How to Find VOC Information for Coating Operations

How to Calculate the VOC Emissions from a Coating

How to Calculate the VOC Content of a Mixed Coating

How to Determine if a Coating is Compliant with District VOC Standards

How to Find VOC Information for Coating Operations


How to Determine if a Coating is Compliant with District VOC Standards

How to Calculate VOC Emissions

N.E.S.H.A.P. 6H Forms

Notification of Compliance/Changes

Petition for Exemption

Initial Notification

Painter Training Certification

Automotive and Mobile Equipment 

District Rule 67.20.1

Sample Recordkeeping Forms

Coatings List

Coatings Usage Log

Auto Coatings Compliance Class

HVLP Spray Guns

Recordkeeping Requirements

Cleaning of Application Equipment

Open Containers

Spray Booth Filters

VOC Standards

Marine Coatings

District Rule 67.18

Sample Recordkeeping Forms

Coatings List

Coatings Usage Log

Solvent List

Solvent Usage Log

 

Marine Coating Operations for Environmental Managers

Compliance at the Deckplate Doing it Right!

Wood Products

District Rule 67.11

Sample Recordkeeping Forms

Coatings/Solvent List

Coatings Usage

Solvent Usage

Metal Parts and Products

District Rule 67.3

Sample Recordkeeping Forms

Coatings List

Coatings Usage Log

Solvent List

Polyester Resin

District Rule 67.12.1

Sample Recordkeeping Forms

Materials List

Usage Log

Cleaning Materials List

VOC Calculator

Paint Stripping and Miscellaneous Surface Coating Operations

District Rule 66.1

Architectural

District Rule 67.0.1 (current)

District Rule 67.0.1 (effective 1/1/22)

Aerospace 

District Rule 67.9