Business Information

In Spokane County, there are approximately 600 commercial and industrial facilities in Spokane Clean Air’s permitting and annual registration programs. Below is a partial list of the types of operations regulated based on air emissions.

Asphalt, concrete plants
Boilers
Foundries, mills
Coffee roasting
Crematories

Crushing operations
Dry cleaners
Emergency generators
Fiberglass fabrication
Gasoline stations

Metal plating
Painting, coating
Printing
Solvent cleaning
Full list Article IV

Permit applications and other forms; Guidance documents here

Permits

Spokane Clean Air issues three types of permits, depending on the operation and emissions:

Notice of Construction (NOC) - Required prior to the construction, installation, replacement or modification of air contaminant sources, emissions units or air pollution control equipment in Spokane County.

Notice of Intent (NOI) - Must be obtained prior to operating a portable source installed at a specific site temporarily, not to exceed 12 consecutive months. The first time a portable source is installed and operated, a NOC is required.

We maintain a list of current NOC and NOI applications received for public review and comment.

Air Operating Permit (AOP) - Issued to major sources of air pollution. There are eight AOP facilities in Spokane County.

Registration

Commercial and Industrial operations that emit pollutants to the air must register annually with Spokane Clean Air. Registration includes annual reporting, annual fees, and compliance inspections.

Other Regulations

In addition to permit requirements specific to a facility or operation, there are other general air quality regulations that apply to businesses, including but not limited to:

Asbestos during renovation or demolition projects
Dust
Odors
All Regulations and Fees

Recognition

We provide a business recognition program to recognize the great efforts being done by local businesses. Details here.