Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) Permit Program

• A national program established by the Clean Air Act.

• Used for major sources in attainment areas.

• Requires Best Available Control Technology (BACT).

• Requires two air quality impact analyses:

  a) PSD increment consumption.
  
  b) Impact on air quality standards if significant.

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