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EPA-Approved Mojave Desert Air District Regulations in the California SIP

EPA’s Pacific Southwest (Region 9) implements and enforces federal environmental laws in Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, the Pacific Islands, and 148 Tribal Nations.

The following documents and tables contain the EPA approved rules and regulations for the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District (AQMD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP). EPA's Pacific Southwest Office maintains these tables and will update them to reflect any changes in the official tables codified in the Code of Federal Regulations. To find the status of SIP submittals, visit SIP Status Reports.

On this page:
  • Compiled Rules and Regulations (PDFs)
  • Tables of Rules and Regulations

District-Wide Rules and Regulations

  • Regulation I - General Provisions
  • Regulation II - Permits
  • Regulation IV - Prohibitions
  • Regulation XI - Source Specific Standards
  • Regulation XIII - New Source Review
  • Regulation XIV - Emissions Reduction Credit Banking
  • Regulation XX - Conformity

Riverside County Rules and Regulations

  • Original Codification of Rules and Regulations
  • Recodification of Rules and Regulations
    • Regulation I - General Provisions
    • Regulation II - Permits
    • Regulation IV - Prohibitions
    • Regulation VII - Emergencies
    • Regulation XI – Source-Specific Standards

San Bernardino County Rules and Regulations

  • Original Codification of Rules and Regulations
  • Recodification of Rules and Regulations
    • Regulation I - General Provisions
    • Regulation II - Permits
    • Regulation IV - Prohibitions
    • Regulation VII - Emergencies

Compiled Rules and Regulations

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  • EPA Approved and Compiled Rules and Regulations: Mojave Desert AQMD (pdf) (34.22 MB, September 2025)
    EPA approved and compiled rules and regulations of the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District (AQMD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP).
  • EPA Approved and Compiled Rules and Regulations: Riverside County Portion of Mojave Desert AQMD (pdf) (17.71 MB, December 2024)
    EPA approved and compiled rules and regulations of the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District (AQMD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP).
  • EPA Approved and Compiled Rules and Regulations: San Bernardino County Portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD (pdf) (4.33 MB, December 2024)
    EPA approved and compiled rules and regulations of the EPA compiled rules and regulations of the EPA compiled rules and regulations of the San Bernardino County Portion of Mojave Desert Air Quality Management District (AQMD) portion of the California State Implementation Plan (SIP).

EPA-Approved Mojave Desert AQMD Regulations

Rules and Regulations (District-Wide)

Regulation I – General Provisions

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
102Definition of TermsJanuary 28, 2019November 12, 2020, 85 FR 71846Submitted by CARB on August 19, 2019. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(542)(i)(A)(1).
103Description of District BoundariesJune 28, 1995June 3, 1999, 64 FR 29790Submitted by CARB on August 10, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(224)(i)(C)(2).
104Reporting of Source Test Data and AnalysesDecember 19, 1988December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on October 13, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(622)(i)(A)(1).

Regulation II – Permits

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
206Posting of Permit to OperateFebruary 22, 2021June 30, 2023, 88 FR 42258Submitted by CARB on October 15, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(601)(i)(A)(1)
219Equipment Not Requiring a PermitJanuary 25, 2021June 30, 2023, 88 FR 42258Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(1)
221Federal Operating Permit RequirementDecember 21, 1994February 5, 1996, 61 FR 4217Submitted by CARB on March 31, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(216)(i)(A)(2).
222Limitations on Potential to EmitJuly 31, 1995August 31, 2004, 69 FR 53005Submitted by CARB on October 13, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(225)(i)(H)(1).

Regulation IV – Prohibitions

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
403.1Fugitive Dust Control for the Searles Valley Planning AreaNovember 25, 1996August 13, 2009, 74 FR 40750Submitted by CARB on March 3, 1997. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(244)(i)(C)(2).
404Particulate Matter – ConcentrationJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on May 11, 2023, as an attachment to a letter dated May 10, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(610)(i)(D)(1).
405Solid Particulate Matter – WeightJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on May 11, 2023, as an attachment to a letter dated May 10, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(610)(i)(D)(2).
407Solid and Liquid Air Contaminants CircumventionJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on September 23, 2022. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(620)(i)(A)(1).
408CircumventionJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on May 11, 2023, as an attachment to a letter dated May 10, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(610)(i)(D)(3)
409Combustion ContaminantsJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on May 11, 2023, as an attachment to a letter dated May 10, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(610)(i)(D)(4).
442Usage of SolventsFebruary 27, 2006September 17, 2007, 72 FR 52791Submitted by CARB on October 5, 2006. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(347)(i)(C)(1).
443Labeling of SolventsJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on May 11, 2023, as an attachment to a letter dated May 10, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(610)(i)(D)(5).
444Open Outdoor FiresSeptember 25, 2006October 31, 2007, 72 FR 61525Submitted by CARB on May 8, 2007. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(350)(i)(B)(1).
461Gasoline Transfer and DispensingJanuary 22, 2018May 1, 2020, 85 FR 25293Submitted by CARB on May 23, 2018. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(518)(i)(A)(3).
462Organic Liquid LoadingJanuary 22, 2018May 1, 2020, 85 FR 25293Submitted by CARB on May 23, 2018. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(518)(i)(A)(4).
463Storage of Organic LiquidsJanuary 22, 2018May 1, 2020, 85 FR 25293Submitted by CARB on May 23, 2018. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(518)(i)(A)(5).
464Oil-Water SeparatorsJune 23, 2014June 5, 2015, 80 FR 32026Submitted by CARB on November 6, 2014. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(457)(i)(B)(1).
468Sulfur Recovery UnitsJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on November 30, 2022, as an attachment to a letter dated November 22, 2022. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(621)(i)(A)(1).
469Sulfuric Acid UnitsJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on November 30, 2022, as an attachment to a letter dated November 22, 2022. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(621)(i)(A)(2).
471Asphalt Roofing OperationsDecember 21, 1994February 29, 1996, 61 FR 7706Submitted by CARB on December 22, 1994. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(210)(i)(C)(2).
472Reduction of Animal MatterJuly 25, 1977December 4, 2024, 89 FR 96103Submitted on May 11, 2023, as an attachment to a letter dated May 10, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(610)(i)(D)(6).
474Fuel Burning EquipmentAugust 25, 1997January 11, 1999, 64 FR 1517Submitted by CARB on March 10, 1998. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(254)(i)(H)(1).
475Electric Power Generating EquipmentAugust 25, 1997January 11, 1999, 64 FR 1517Submitted by CARB on March 10, 1998. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(254)(i)(H)(1).
476Steam Generating EquipmentAugust 25, 1997January 11, 1999, 64 FR 1517Submitted by CARB on March 10, 1998. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(254)(i)(H)(1).

Regulation XI – Source Specific Standards

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
1102Fugitive Emissions of VOCs from Components at Pipeline Transfer StationsOctober 26, 1994September 27, 1995, 60 FR 49772Submitted by CARB on November 30, 1994. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(207)(i)(D)(1).
1103Cutback and Emulsified AsphaltDecember 21, 1994February 5, 1996, 61 FR 4215Submitted by CARB on December 22, 1994. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(210)(i)(C)(1).
1104Organic Solvent Degreasing OperationsApril 23, 2018July 2, 2019, 84 FR 31682Submitted by CARB on July 16, 2018. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(519)(i)(A)(1).
1106Marine Coating OperationsOctober 24, 2016February 12, 2018, 83 FR 5940Submitted by CARB on May 8, 2007. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(498)(i)(B)(1).
1113Architectural CoatingsApril 23, 2012January 3, 2014, 79 FR 364Submitted by CARB on February 6, 2013. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(428)(i)(C)(1).
1114Wood Products Coating OperationsAugust 24, 2020July 28, 2021, 86 FR 40335Submitted on November 18, 2020 by CARB as an attachment to a letter dated November 17, 2020. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(558)(i)(A)(1).
1115Metal Parts and Products Coating OperationsJune 8, 2020May 9, 2022, 87 FR 27526Submitted on July 24, 2020 by the Governor's designee as an attachment to a letter dated July 23, 2020. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(571)(i)(A)(1).
1116Automotive Refinishing OperationsAugust 23, 2010August 9, 2012, 77 FR 47536Submitted by CARB on April 5, 2011. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(388)(i)(F)(1).
1117Graphic Arts and Paper, Film, Foil and Fabric CoatingsSeptember 28, 2009March 1, 2012, 77 FR 12495Submitted by CARB on July 20, 2010. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(381)(i)(H)(1).
1118Aerospace Assembly, Rework and Component Manufacturing OperationsOctober 26, 2015June 21, 2017, 82 FR 28240Submitted by CARB on April 21, 2016. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(485)(i)(B)(1).
1157 Boilers and Process HeatersSeptember 25, 2023May 19, 2025,
90 FR 21236
Submitted by CARB electronically on January 10, 2024, as an attachment to a letter dated December 27, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(626)(i)(A)(1).
1158Electric Power Generating FacilitiesAugust 25, 1997July 20, 1999, 64 FR 38832Submitted by CARB on March 10, 1998. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(254)(i)(H)(2).
1159Stationary Gas TurbinesSeptember 28, 2009October 25, 2012, 77 FR 65133Submitted by CARB on May 17, 2010. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(379)(i)(E)(1).
1160Internal Combustion EnginesJanuary 23, 2023August 28, 2025, 90 FR 41895Submitted by CARB electronically on March 3, 2023 as an attachment to a letter dated February 17, 2023. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(628)(i)(A)(1).
1161Portland Cement KilnsJanuary 22, 2018June 2, 2023,
88 FR 36249
Submitted by CARB on May 23, 2018. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(518)(i)(A)(9).
1162Polyester Resin OperationsApril 23, 2018February 27, 2020, 85 FR 11812Submitted by CARB on July 16, 2018. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(519)(i)(A)(2).
1165Glass Melting FurnacesAugust 25, 2008July 2, 2012, 77 FR 39181Submitted by CARB on December 23, 2008. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(364)(i)(D)(1).

Regulation XIII – New Source Review

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
1300New Source Review GeneralMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(2)
1301New Source Review DefinitionsMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(3)
1302New Source Review ProcedureMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(4)
1303New Source Review RequirementsMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(5)
1304New Source Review Emissions CalculationsMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(6)
1305New Source Review Emission OffsetsMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(7)
1306New Source Review Electric Energy Generating FacilitiesMarch 22, 2021June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on July 23, 2021
See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(600)(i)(A)(8)

Regulation XIV – Emission Reduction Credit Banking

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
1400GeneralJune 28, 1995January 22, 1997, 62 FR 3215Submitted by CARB on August 10, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(224)(i)(C)(1).
1401DefinitionsJune 28, 1995January 22, 1997, 62 FR 3215Submitted by CARB on August 10, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(224)(i)(C)(1).
1402Emission Reduction Credit RegistryMay 19, 1997June 30, 2023,
88 FR 42258
Submitted by CARB on August 10, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(248)(i)(D)(3).
1404Emission Reduction Credit CalculationJune 28, 1995January 22, 1997, 62 FR 3215Submitted by CARB on August 10, 1995. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(224)(i)(C)(1).

Regulation XX – Conformity

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
2002General Federal Actions ConformityOctober 26, 1994April 23, 1999, 64 FR 19916Submitted by CARB on May 10, 1996. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(231)(i)(C)(1).

Rules and Regulations (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

Original Codification of Rules and Regulations (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
53Specific Air ContaminantsJune 10, 1975June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the Riverside County APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 22, 1975. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(28)(x)(A).
56Scavenger PlantsJune 13, 1972September 22, 1972, 37 FR 19812Adopted by the Riverside County APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 30, 1972. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(6).
58Disposal of Solid and Liquid WastesMarch 28, 1972September 22, 1972, 37 FR 19812Adopted by the Riverside County APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 30, 1972. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(6).

Recodification of Rules and Regulations (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

Regulation I – General Provisions (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
101TitleApril 1, 1977December 19, 1978, 43 FR 59065Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 13, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(41)(xiv)(A).
106Increments of ProgressJanuary 9, 1976June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(B).
107Determination of Volatile Organic Compounds in Coating MaterialJanuary 8, 1982October 11, 1983, 48 FR 46046Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on March 1, 1982. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(121)(i)(B).
108Alternative Emission Control Plans (AECPs)April 6, 1990August 30, 1993, 58 FR 45445Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on December 31, 1990. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(182)(i)(A)(3).
109Recordkeeping for Volatile Organic Compound EmissionsMay 5, 1989August 30, 1993, 58 FR 45444Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on December 31, 1990. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(182)(i)(A)(2).

Regulation II – Permits (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
201Permit to ConstructJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
202(a) and (b)Temporary Permit to OperateJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
202(c)Temporary Permit to OperateMay 7, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 2, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(32)(iv)(C).
203Permit to OperateJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
204Permit ConditionsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
205Cancellation of ApplicationsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
207Altering or Falsifying of PermitJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
208Permit for Open BurningOctober 8, 1976September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the Southern California APCD but submitted on behalf of the Riverside County APCD. Submitted on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(iv)(C).
209Transfer and Voiding of PermitsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
210ApplicationsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
211Action on PermitsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
212Standards for Approving PermitsMay 1, 1987February 3, 1989, 54 FR 5448Adopted by the SCAQMD and applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on September 1, 1987. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(174)(i)(A)(1).
214Denial of PermitsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
215Permits Deemed DeniedJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
216AppealsJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
217Provision for Sampling and Testing FacilitiesJanuary 9, 1976November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 21, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(31)(vi)(C).
218Stack MonitoringAugust 7, 1981July 6, 1982, 47 FR 29231Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 23, 1981. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(103)(xviii)(A).
220Exemption – Net Increase in EmissionsAugust 7, 1981July 6, 1982, 47 FR 29231Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 23, 1981. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(103)(xviii)(A).
221PlansJanuary 4, 1985April 17, 1987, 52 FR 12522Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on November 12, 1985. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(165)(i)(B)(1).

Regulation IV – Prohibitions (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
401Visible EmissionsMarch 2, 1984January 29, 1985, 50 FR 3906Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 10, 1984. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(155)(iv)(B).
403Fugitive DustMay 7, 1976June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 2, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(32)(iv)(A).
404Particulate Matter - ConcentrationOctober 5, 1979September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on December 17, 1979. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(58)(ii)(B).
405Solid Particulate Matter – WeightMay 7, 1976September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
407Liquid and Gaseous ContaminantsApril 2, 1982November 10, 1982, 47 FR 50864Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 6, 1982. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(124)(iv)(A).
409Combustion ContaminantsAugust 7, 1981July 6, 1982, 47 FR 29231Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 23, 1981. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(103)(xviii)(A).
431.1Sulfur Content of Gaseous FuelsMay 6, 1983October 19, 1984, 49 FR 41028Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 19, 1983. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(137)(vii)(B).
431.2Sulfur Content of Liquid FuelsOctober 20, 1978September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 25, 1979. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(65)(ii).
431.2(c)(5)Sulfur Content of Liquid FuelsFebruary 2, 1979September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
431.3Sulfur Content of Fossil FuelsDecember 2, 1977September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 25, 1979. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(65)(ii).
432Gasoline SpecificationsMay 7, 1976June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 2, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(32)(iv)(A).
465Vacuum Producing Devices or SystemsDecember 7, 1990August 11, 1992, 57 FR 35758Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(2).
466Pumps and CompressorsOctober 7, 1983January 15, 1987, 52 FR 1627Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on December 2, 1983. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(166)(i)(A)(1).
466.1Valves and FlangesMay 2, 1980July 8, 1982, 47 FR 29668Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 2, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(79)(iv)(B).
467Pressure Relief DevicesMarch 5, 1982November 16, 1983, 48 FR 52054Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 20, 1982. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(125)(ii)(D).
470Asphalt Air BlowingMay 7, 1976June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the Southern California APCD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 2, 1976. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(32)(iv)(A).
481Spray Coating OperationsMay 5, 1978January 21, 1981, 46 FR 5965Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on January 2, 1979. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(47)(i)(B).

Regulation VII – Emergencies (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
701GeneralApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
702 (a), (d), (e), (f), (h) and (i)DefinitionsApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
702(b) ("Fleet Vehicles)DefinitionJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Amended definition for "Fleet Vehicles." Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
702(c)DefinitionsMay 6, 1977May 26, 1978, 43 FR 22719Definition for "Source/Receptor Area." Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 1, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(38)(i).
702 (Map only)DefinitionsJuly 8, 1977December 21, 1978, 43 FR 59490Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on November 4, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(42)(xvi)(B).
703Episode CriteriaApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
704Episode DeclarationApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
705Termination of EpisodesApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
706Episode NotificationApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
707Radio Communication SystemJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
708PlansJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
708.1Stationary Sources Required to File PlansMay 6, 1977May 26, 1978, 43 FR 22719Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 1, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(38)(i).
708.2Content of Stationary Source Curtailment PlansJuly 8, 1977December 21, 1978, 43 FR 59490Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on November 4, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(42)(xvi)(B).
708.3Transportation Management PlansJuly 9, 1982June 1, 1983, 48 FR 24362Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on November 8, 1982. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(126)(iv)(A).
708.4 (a) and (b)Procedural Requirements for PlansJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
708.4 (c), (d), (e), and (f)Procedural Requirements for PlansMay 6, 1977May 26, 1978, 43 FR 22719Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 1, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(38)(i).
708.4(g) and (h)Procedural Requirements for PlansApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
709(a)First Stage Episode ActionsApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
709(b), (d), (f), and (g)First Stage Episode ActionsMay 6, 1977May 26, 1978, 43 FR 22719Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 1, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(38)(i).
709(c)First Stage Episode ActionsFebruary 1, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 2, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(67)(i)(B).
709(e)First Stage Episode ActionsJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
710(a) and (b)(4)Second Stage Episode ActionsApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
710(b)(1)(A)-(C), (b)(2)(A)-(C), (b)(3)(A), (c)(1), (c)(2), and (c)(3)(A)Second Stage Episode ActionsMay 6, 1977May 26, 1978, 43 FR 22719Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 1, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(38)(i).
710(b)(1)(D), (b)(2)(D), (b)(3)(B), and (c)(3)(B)Second Stage Episode ActionsJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
711(a)(1), (a)(4), (b)(1) and (b)(4)Third Stage Episode ActionsApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
711(b)(2)(A) and (B), (b)(3)(A), (c)(2)(A) and (B), and (c)(3)(A)Third Stage Episode ActionsMay 6, 1977May 26, 1978, 43 FR 22719Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 1, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(38)(i).
711(a)(1)(E), (a)(2)(D), (a)(3)(B), (a)(4)(F), (b)(3)(B), and (b)(4)(F)Third Stage Episode ActionsJuly 11, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(C).
713Interdistrict CoordinationApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
714Source InspectionsApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).
715Burning of Fossil Fuel on Episode DaysApril 4, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(ii).

Regulation XI – Source-Specific Standards (Applicable within the Riverside County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
1101Secondary Lead Smelters – Sulfur OxidesOctober 7, 1977September 2, 1981, 46 FR 43968Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on August 15, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(70)(i)(B).
1102Petroleum Solvent Dry CleanersDecember 7, 1990March 24, 1992, 57 FR 10136Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(1).
1102.1Perchloroethylene Cry Cleaning SystemsDecember 7, 1990March 24, 1992, 57 FR 10136Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(1).
1103Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetic Manufacturing OperationsApril 4, 1980July 8, 1982, 47 FR 29668Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 23, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(69)(iii).
1104Wood Flat Stock Coating OperationsMarch 1, 1991June 23, 1994, 59 FR 32354Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 25, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(186)(i)(C)(1).
1105Fluid Catalytic Cracking Units - Oxides of SulfurSeptember 21, 1984July 12, 1990, 55 FR 28624Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on February 6, 1985. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(159)(v)(C).
1110Emissions from Stationary Internal Combustion Engines (Demonstration)November 6, 1981May 3, 1984, 49 FR 18822Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on March 1, 1982. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(121)(i)(C).
1111NOx Emissions from Natural-Gas-Fired, Fan-Type Central FurnacesJuly 8, 1983May 3, 1984, 49 FR 18830Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 27, 1983. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(148)(vi)(A).
1115Motor Vehicle Assembly Line Coating OperationsMarch 6, 1992December 20, 1993, 58 FR 66282Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on September 14, 1992. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(189)(i)(A)(1).
1119Petroleum Coke Calcining Operations – Oxides of SulfurMarch 2, 1979September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 25, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(88)(iii)(A).
1120Asphalt Pavement HeatersAugust 4, 1978September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 25, 1979. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(65)(ii).
1121Control of Nitrogen Oxides from Residential Type Natural Gas-Fired Water HeatersDecember 1, 1978September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 2, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(67)(i)(B).
1123Refinery Process TurnaroundsDecember 7, 1990August 11, 1992, 57 FR 35758Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(2).
1125Metal Container, Closure, and Coil Coating OperationsAugust 2, 1991April 14, 1994, 59 FR 17697Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1993. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(189)(i)(A)(4), but note that approval should have promulgated under 40 CFR 52.220(c)(193) rather than 40 CFR 52.220(c)(189).
1126Magnet Wire Coating OperationsMarch 6, 1992December 20, 1993, 58 FR 66285Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on September 14, 1992. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(189)(i)(A)(2).
1140Abrasive BlastingFebruary 1, 1980September 28, 1981, 46 FR 47451Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 2, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(67)(i)(B).
1141Control of Volatile Organic Compound Emissions from Resin ManufacturingApril 3, 1992December 20, 1993, 58 FR 66286Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on September 14, 1992. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(189)(i)(A)(3).
1141.1Coatings and Ink ManufacturingNovember 4, 1983January 24, 1985, 50 FR 3338Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on March 14, 1984. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(153)(vii)(A).
1141.2Surfactant ManufacturingJuly 6, 1984January 15, 1987, 52 FR 1627Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 19, 1984. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(156)(vii)(A).
1145Plastic, Rubber, and Glass Coating OperationsJanuary 10, 1992December 20, 1993, 58 FR 66286Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on January 11, 1993. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(191)(i)(A)(1).
1148Thermally Enhanced Oil Recovery WellsNovember 5, 1982October 19, 1984, 49 FR 41028Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on February 3, 1983. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(127)(vii)(C).
1151Motor Vehicle Non-Assembly Line Coating OperationsSeptember 6, 1991December 20, 1993, 58 FR 66285Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1993. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(193)(i)(A)(1).
1153Commercial Bakery OvensJanuary 4, 1991September 29, 1993, 58 FR 50850Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(3).
1158Storage, Handling, and Transport of Petroleum CokeDecember 2, 1983January 15, 1987, 52 FR 1627Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on March 14, 1984. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(153)(vii)(B).
1159Nitric Acid Units – Oxides of NitrogenDecember 6, 1985July 12, 1990, 55 FR 28622Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on February 10, 1986. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(168)(i)(H)(1).
1164Semiconductor Manufacturing OperationsDecember 7, 1990September 29, 1993, 58 FR 50850Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(3).
1173Fugitive Emissions of Volatile Organic CompoundsDecember 7, 1990October 26, 1992, 57 FR 48457; correct on January 16, 2004, 69 FR 2509Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 13, 1991. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(184)(i)(B)(10).
1175Control of Emissions from the Manufacture of Polymeric Cellular (Foam) ProductsJanuary 5, 1990October 26, 1992, 57 FR 48457Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on December 31, 1990. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(182)(i)(A)(1).
1176Sumps and Wastewater SeparatorsJanuary 5, 1990October 26, 1992, 57 FR 48457Adopted by the SCAQMD. Applicable within the Riverside County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on December 31, 1990. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(182)(i)(A)(1).

Rules and Regulations (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

Original Codification of Rules and Regulations (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
5(a)Public Availability of Emission DataFebruary 13, 1973June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 25, 1973. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(21)(xv)(A).
53A, paragraph (c) onlySpecific ContaminantsFebruary 13, 1973June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on July 25, 1973. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(21)(xv)(A). Paragraphs (a) and (b) were superseded by approval of San Bernardino County APCD Rule 53-A(a) (Specific Contaminants) (later Rule 406(a)) and Rule 409 (Combustion Contaminants).
73Dry SandblastingJanuary 28, 1975June 14, 1978, 43 FR 25684Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on April 10, 1975. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(27)(v)(A).

Recodification of Rules and Regulations (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

Regulation I – General Provisions (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
101TitleDecember 19, 1988November 27, 1990, 55 FR 49281Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on March 26, 1990. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(179)(i)(B)(1).
106Increments of ProgressDecember 19, 1988November 27, 1990, 55 FR 49281Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on March 26, 1990. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(179)(i)(B)(1).
107Certifications and Emission StatementsSeptember 14, 1992May 26, 2004, 69 FR 29880Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD. Submitted by CARB on November 12, 1992 prior to the date (July 1, 1994) on which the Palo Verde Valley area in Riverside County joined the MDAQMD. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(190)(i)(F)(1).

Regulation II – Permits (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
201Permit to ConstructFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
202Temporary Permit to OperateFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
203Permit to OperateFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
204Permit ConditionsFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
205Cancellation of ApplicationsFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
207Altering or Falsifying of PermitFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
208Permit for Open BurningFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
209Transfer and Voiding of PermitsFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
212Standard for Approving PermitsFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
217Provision for Sampling and Testing FacilitiesFebruary 1, 1977November 9, 1978, 43 FR 52237Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(B).
218Stack MonitoringFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).

Regulation IV – Prohibitions (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
401Visible EmissionsFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
403Fugitive DustFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
406(a)Specific ContaminantsJuly 25, 1977December 21, 1978, 43 FR 59489Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. No action was taken on paragraph (b) at 43 FR 59489 (December 21, 1978). Submitted by CARB on November 4, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(42)(xiii)(A).
431Sulfur Content of FuelsFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
432Gasoline SpecificationsFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
465Vacuum Producing Devices or SystemsFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
470Asphalt Air BlowingFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
473Disposal of Liquid and Solid WastesFebruary 1, 1977September 8, 1978, 43 FR 40011Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(C).
480Natural Gas Fired Control DevicesFebruary 20, 1979January 27, 1981, 46 FR 8471Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on May 23, 1979. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(51)(xii)(A).

Regulation VII – Emergencies (Applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of District only)

District CitationTitle/SubjectState Effective DateEPA Approval DateAdditional Explanation
701GeneralSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
702Air Monitoring StationsJuly 25, 1977June 3, 1980, 45 FR 37428Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on November 4, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(42)(xiii)(C).
703Air Monitoring SummariesFebruary 1, 1977June 3, 1980, 45 FR 37428Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(E).
704Episode CriteriaSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
705Episode NotificationsSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
706Episode DeclarationFebruary 1, 1977June 3, 1980, 45 FR 37428Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(E).
707PlansFebruary 1, 1977June 3, 1980, 45 FR 37428Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on June 6, 1977. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(39)(ii)(E).
707First Stage Episode ActionsSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
708Second Stage Episode ActionsSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
709Third Stage Episode ActionsSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
710Inter-district CoordinationSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
711Termination of EpisodesSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).
712Advisory CouncilSeptember 26, 1977June 21, 1982, 47 FR 26618Adopted by the San Bernardino County APCD and applicable within the San Bernardino County portion of the Mojave Desert AQMD. Submitted by CARB on October 7, 1980. See 40 CFR 52.220(c)(94)(iii)(A).

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