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There may be good reasons why a business cannot
immediately comply with air pollution control laws. But, operating
outside the law not only results in an air pollution problem, but can result in a fine, or even the shutdown of an
operation. The only legal way to operate while working toward a
solution without being subject to penalties is to obtain a variance.
A variance allows a company to continue operating temporarily not
in compliance with AQMD rules without penalty while it takes appropriate steps
to meet air pollution control requirements. Variances can be
granted only by the AQMD Hearing Board.
Small Business Assistance staff provides assistance to small
businesses in preparing for variance petition filings with the Hearing
Board.For further information, please contact Gregory Ushijima at
(909) 396-3301 or
gushijima@aqmd.gov.
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