Clean Air Act Permitting in Nevada
Clean Air Act permitting in Nevada is the shared responsibility of one state and two local agencies, along with EPA Region 9. For more information about the responsible agencies see below.
| Nevada Department of Environmental Protection | Clark County Department of Air Quality | Washoe County Air Quality Management Division | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Responible Area | State-wide except Clark County, Washoe County, and Indian Country | Clark County except Indian Country | Washoe County except Indian Country |
| Agency Office |
Nevada Department of Environmental Protection |
Clark County Department of Air Quality Exit |
Washoe County Air Quality Management Division Exit |
| Responsibilities | Issues permits for minor sources, major source PSD and nonattainment permitting, and Title V operating permits | Issues permits for minor sources, major source PSD and nonattainment permitting, and Title V operating permits | Issues permits for minor sources, major source PSD and nonattainment permitting, and Title V operating permits |
| Contacts |
Bureau Chief Major Source Permitting |
Permitting Division Manager Richard Beckstead beckstead@clarkcountynv.gov (702) 455-1669 |
Washoe County Air Quality Management Division |
| Federally-Approved Construction Permit Authority |
Clark County Air Quality Rules and Regulations |
Washoe County Air Quality Management Division Rules |
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| Federally-Approved Operating Permit Authority |
Nevada Administrative Code, Chapter 445B, Air Controls (Add Link) |
Clark County Air Quality Rules and Regulations Section 12.7 (Add link) |
Washoe County Air Quality Management Division Rules Section 030.000 (Add Link) |
| Title V Program Approval History | 2015 Program Evaluation | ||
| Quick Links |
EPA Region 9 is responsible for issuing permits on Tribal Lands in Nevada.