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Apply for a Permit

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​​Under Air Quality Management Bylaw No. 1082, we use a permitting system to manage the nature and quantity of air emissions from large industrial and commercial emitters of air contaminants.

​​In addition, Air Quality Management Fees Regulation Bylaw No. 1330 details the calculation of fees payable by permit holders.

 

 

Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/MVRD_Bylaw_1082.pdf, Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008
Air Quality Management Fees Regulation Bylaw 1330, 2021https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/MVRD_Bylaw_1330.pdf, Air Quality Management Fees Regulation Bylaw 1330, 2021Air Quality Management Fees Regulation Bylaw 1330, 2021
Air Quality Management Bylaw 1308, 2020 - Amends Bylaw 1082, 2008https://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/MVRD_Bylaw_1308.pdf, Air Quality Management Bylaw 1308, 2020 - Amends Bylaw 1082, 2008Air Quality Management Bylaw 1308, 2020 - Amends Bylaw 1082, 2008
Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008 - Unofficial Consolidationhttps://metrovancouver.org/boards/Bylaws/MVRD_Bylaw_1082_Consolidated.pdf, Air Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008 - Unofficial ConsolidationAir Quality Management Bylaw 1082, 2008 - Unofficial Consolidation
GVRD Air Quality Permitting Process and Decisions - General Legal Framework & Guiding Principleshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/Documents/air-quality-permitting-process-legal-framework.pdf, GVRD Air Quality Permitting Process and Decisions - General Legal Framework & Guiding PrinciplesGVRD Air Quality Permitting Process and Decisions - General Legal Framework & Guiding Principles<div class="ExternalClass2D4CE387F24B4469BA2095783F78785F"><p>This document provides general information on the GVRD air quality permitting process and is in no way meant to constitute an exhaustive list of the factors that may be considered by the district director when deciding on the issuance of a permit.</p>​<span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span><br></div>
Health Authority Referral Processhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/Documents/health-authority-referral-process.pdf, Health Authority Referral ProcessHealth Authority Referral Process<div class="ExternalClass29988886ED81405E89C3595F8E039F7C"><p>This document sets out an understanding between Metro Vancouver, Vancouver Coastal Health and Fraser Health as to when Metro Vancouver will refer an application for a new permit or permit amendment to the health authorities, the information that will be provided as well as how the health authorities will process the information. It also sets out criteria for when dispersion modelling of the application will be requested.</p>​<span id="ms-rterangecursor-start"></span><span id="ms-rterangecursor-end"></span><br></div>

Apply for a p​e​rm​it or amendment

Download, complete and submit an application form. Applications for new permits or approvals and significant amendments should be submitted at least one year in advance to allow for review, consultation and public notification. Simple amendments that don't involve emission points (such as name changes) can be applied for by letter with the appropriate documentation attached, and will be processed more quickly. 

 

 

Guidance for Air Permit Applicationshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/Documents/air-permit-application-guide.pdf, Guidance for Air Permit ApplicationsGuidance for Air Permit Applications
Forms Package for Air Permit Applicationshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/Documents/forms-package-for-air-permit-applications.docx, Forms Package for Air Permit ApplicationsForms Package for Air Permit Applications

​Important: Only submit those forms that are relevant to your facility.

If you intend to submit a dispersion model to support your application, please submit a modelling plan for approval with your preliminary application prior to running the model.

 

 

Information about Metro Vancouver dispersion modelling reviewshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/air-quality-regulatory-program/dispersion-modelling-reviews, Information about Metro Vancouver dispersion modelling reviewsInformation about Metro Vancouver dispersion modelling reviews

Request to ​transfer a permit

Download, complete an​d submit a transfer form.​

 

 

Air Quality Transfer Request Application Formhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/Documents/air-quality-permit-transfer-request-form.pdf, Air Quality Transfer Request Application FormAir Quality Transfer Request Application Form

Apply for an open burning approval

Download, complete a​nd submit an open burning application.

Please note that Bylaw 1082 s.6 states that “subject to s.7, no person may dispose of waste by incineration or burning”. This section applies to private residences as well as other sources.  Fines for violating this section start at $1000 per incident.​​

 

 

Application for Open Burning Approval – Guidance and Formshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/air-quality-climate-action/Documents/application-for-open-burning-approval.pdf, Application for Open Burning Approval – Guidance and FormsApplication for Open Burning Approval – Guidance and Forms
Open Burning Equipment Rental and Purchase Informationhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/air-quality-regulatory-program/open-burning-equipment-rental-and-purchase-information, Open Burning Equipment Rental and Purchase InformationOpen Burning Equipment Rental and Purchase Information

Notify Metro Vancouver of your intent to burn by:

​​Current permits and approvals

Note: Reports required in the following permits may be available subject to Freedom Of Information and Protection of Privacy legislation. For more information, please contact privacy@metrovancouver.org.​​

 

 

View the Current Permits and Approvalshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/air-quality-regulatory-program/current-permits-and-approvals, View the Current Permits and ApprovalsView the Current Permits and Approvals

 Related links

 

 

Current Permits and Approvalshttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/air-quality-regulatory-program/current-permits-and-approvals, Current Permits and ApprovalsCurrent Permits and Approvals
Air Quality Fees Administrationhttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/pay-fees-and-fines, Air Quality Fees AdministrationAir Quality Fees Administration
Make an Air Quality Complainthttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/air-quality-regulatory-program/make-an-air-quality-complaint, Make an Air Quality ComplaintMake an Air Quality Complaint
Open Burninghttps://metrovancouver.org/services/environmental-regulation-enforcement/air-quality-regulatory-program/open-burning, Open BurningOpen Burning

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