Air Permits

Any facility that could be a source of air pollution is subject to air permitting requirements. These air pollution sources must be evaluated for compliance with federal, state, and local air standards. The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is the local authority responsible for developing required air pollution permits for Permit Application Cuyahoga County. The owner or operator of any facility that is a significant source of air pollution must apply for and obtain these permits.

Following is an list of the types of permits that may be required.

• Permit to Install 
• Permit to Operate 
• Asbestos Removal
• Open Burning 
• Sandblasting or Building Cleaning
• City of Cleveland Permit to Install and Permit to Operate 

An owner or operator contemplating such activity is required to apply for a permit prior to commencing this activity. In addition to the State and Federal requirements, if a source of air pollution is located within the City of Cleveland, application for City of Cleveland Permits to Install and Operate must be made prior to commencing construction or operation. The City Permit to Install must be issued before construction can commence.

The owner or operator of an air pollution source is responsible for proper permitting even if the authority to obtain such permits is delegated to a third party.

Contact DAQ: 
Contact the Department of Public Health Division of Air Quality Engineering Section for more information regarding air permit applications.