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Permitting Under the Clean Air Act

  • Clean Air Act Permitting

    The Clean Air Act (CAA) establishes a number of permitting programs designed to carry out the goals of the Act. Some of these programs are directly implemented by EPA through its Regional Offices but most are carried out by states, local agencies and approved tribes.


Air Permitting Around the Nation

Find information about CAA permitting authorities, focus topics, and current actions in your area.

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Clean Air Act Permits

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