NOTICE OF 30DAY PERIOD FOR PUBLIC COMMENT Preliminary Findings Regarding a New Source Review and Minor Source Operating Permit (MSOP) for Slabaugh Cabinets, Inc. in Kosciosko County Permit No. M085-32199-00062 The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) received an application from Slabaugh Cabinets, Inc. located at 3701 West, 1350 North, Milford, IN 46542 for a New Source Review and Minor Source Operating Permit. If approved by IDEM’s Office of Air Quality (OAQ), this proposed modification would allow Slabaugh Cabinets, Inc. to make certain changes at its existing stationary wood cabinets manufacturing plant. Slabaugh Cabinets, Inc. has applied to replace a permitted diesel generator with a larger unit. Due to this application, the source is transitioning from a Registration to a MSOP. The applicant intends to operate replacement equipment that will emit air pollutants; therefore, the permit contains new or different permit conditions. In addition, some conditions from previously issued permits/approvals have been corrected, changed or removed. These corrections, changes, and removals may include Title I changes. IDEM has reviewed this application, and has developed preliminary findings, consisting of a draft permit and several supporting documents, that would allow the applicant to make this change. IDEM is aware that the replacement diesel generator has been constructed and operated prior to receipt of the proper permit. IDEM is reviewing this matter and will take appropriate action. This draft MSOP contains provisions to bring unpermitted equipment into compliance with the construction and operation permit rules. A copy of the permit application and IDEM’s preliminary findings are available at: Nappanee Public Library 157 North Main Street Nappanee, In 46550
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IDEM Northern Regional Office 300 N Michigan St., Suite 450 South Bend, IN 46601 A copy of the preliminary findings is available on the Internet at: http://www.in.gov/ai/appfiles/idem-caats/. How can you participate in this process? The date that this notice is published in a newspaper marks the beginning of a 30-day public comment period. If the 30th day of the comment period falls on a day when IDEM offices are closed for business, all comments must be postmarked or delivered in person on the next business day that IDEM is open. You may request that IDEM hold a public hearing about this draft permit. If adverse comments concerning the air pollution impact of this draft permit are received, with a request for a public hearing, IDEM will decide whether or not to hold a public hearing. IDEM could also decide to hold a public meeting instead of, or in addition to, a public hearing. If a public hearing or meeting is held, IDEM will make a separate announcement of the date, time, and location of that hearing or meeting. At a hearing, you would have an opportunity to submit written comments and make verbal comments. At a meeting, you would have an opportunity to submit written comments, ask questions, and discuss any air pollution concerns with IDEM staff. Comments and supporting documentation, or a request for a public hearing should be sent in writing to IDEM at the address below. If you comment via e-mail, please include your full U.S. mailing address so that you can be added to IDEM’s mailing list to receive notice of future action related to this permit. If you do not want to comment at this time, but would like to receive notice of future action related to this permit application, please contact IDEM at the address below. Please refer to permit number M085-32199-00062 in all correspondence. Comments should be sent to: Brian Wright IDEM, Office of Air Quality 100 North Senate Avenue MC 61-53 IGCN 1003 Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2251 (800) 451-6027, ask for extension 4-6544 Or dial directly: (317) 234-6544 Fax: (317)-232-6749 attn: Brian Wright E-mail: bwright1@idem.in.gov All comments will be considered by IDEM when we make a decision to issue or deny the permit. Comments that are most likely to affect final permit decisions are those based on the rules and laws governing this permitting process (326 IAC 2), air quality issues, and technical issues. IDEM does not have legal authority to regulate zoning, odor or noise. For such issues, please contact your local officials. For additional information about air permits and how you can participate, please see IDEM’s Guide for Citizen Participation and Permit Guide on the Internet at: www.idem.in.gov. What will happen after IDEM makes a decision? Following the end of the public comment period, IDEM will issue a Notice of Decision stating whether the permit has been issued or denied. If the permit is issued, it may be different than the draft permit because of comments that were received during the public comment period. If comments are received during the public notice period, the final decision will include a document that summarizes the comments and IDEM’s response to those comments. If you have submitted comments or have asked to be added to the mailing list, you will receive a Notice of the Decision. The notice will provide details on how you may appeal IDEM’s decision, if you disagree with that decision. The final decision will also be available on the Internet at the address indicated above, at the local library indicated above, and the IDEM public file room on the 12th floor of the Indiana Government Center North, 100 N. Senate Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204-2251 and the IDEM Northern Regional Office located at 300 N Michigan St., Suite 450, South Bend, IN 46601. If you have any questions please contact Brian Wright of my staff at the above address. Nathan Bell, Section Chief Permits Branch Office of Air Quality s17
