Permitting
The permitting section of the agency establishes conditions under which regulated industrial sources may operate to minimize their contribution to air pollution in the area. About 250 Lane County industrial and commercial businesses have LRAPA air permits, allowing them to operate in the county. Typically, two types of permits are issued - operational permits, which allow industries to operate; and construction-type permits, which allow industries to build new facilities or modify existing ones. Both permits are designed to allow an industry or business to operate in a manner consistent with LRAPA's goal to protect the environment.

Enforcement
LRAPA initiates enforcement actions in instances of excessive industrial air pollution, illegal open burning activities, improper handling or transporting of asbestos-containing materials, and failure to obtain necessary air pollution permits prior to construction or operation of a facility. Enforcement actions are determined using several factors, including prior history, type and kind of violation and environmental harm. LRAPA uses state rules (OAR 340, Division 12) to determine civil penalty assessments.

All penalties collected from LRAPA are forwarded to Lane County. LRAPA does not receive any revenue from the collection of penalties.

For More information contact LRAPA at:

(541) 736-1056 ext. 230