Please see the table below for the currently adopted rules of the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District.
| Rules and Regulations | Adopted/ Last Amended | ||
| Cover Pages | cover.pdf | – | |
| Table of Contents | contents.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/15/2024 | |
| Regulation I: General Provisions | |||
| Rule 101 | Compliance by Existing Installations: Conflicts | Rule101.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/1981 |
| Rule 102 | Definitions | Rule102.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 103 | Severability | Rule103.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 104 | Agricultural Burning | Rule104.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 105 | Applicability | Rule105.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 107 | Emergencies | Rule107.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 4/19/2001 |
| Regulation II: Permits | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Rule 201 | Permits Required | Rule201.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/19/2008 |
| Rule 202 | Exemptions to Rule 201 | Rule202.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 203 | Transfer | Rule203.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 204 | Applications | Rule204.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 205 | Standards for Granting Permits | Rule205.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 4/17/1997 |
| Rule 206 | Conditional Approval of Authority to Construct or Permit to Operate | Rule206.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/15/1991 |
| Rule 207 | Denial of Applications | Rule207.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 208 | Action on Applications – Time Limits | Rule208.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 4/17/1997 |
| Rule 209 | Appeals | Rule209.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/18/2001 |
| FEES | Fiscal Year 2025-2026, Rule 210 – Current Fee Schedule | cpi-fees.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 7/1/2025 |
| Rule 210 | Fees | Rule210.pdf | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 212 | Emission Statements | Rule212.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/20/1992 |
| Regulation III: Prohibitions | |||
| Rule 301 | Circumvention | Rule301.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 302 | Visible Emissions | Rule302.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/1981 |
| Rule 303 | Nuisance | Rule303.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 304 | Particulate Matter – Northern Zone | Rule304.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 305 | Particulate Matter – Southern Zone | Rule305.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 306 | Dust and Fumes – Northern Zone | Rule306.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 307 | Particulate Matter Emission Weight Rate – Southern Zone | Rule307.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 308 | Incinerator Burning | Rule308.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 309 | Specific Contaminants | Rule309.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 310 | Odorous Organic Sulfides | Rule310.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 311 | Sulfur Content of Fuels | Rule311.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 312 | Open Fires | Rule312.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/2/1990 |
| Rule 313 | Fires Set Under Public Authority | Rule313.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 314 | Reduction of Animal Matter | Rule314.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 315 | Gasoline Specifications | Rule315.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 316 | Storage and Transfer of Gasoline | Rule316.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/15/2009 |
| Rule 317 | Organic Solvents | Rule317.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 318 | Vacuum Producing Devices or Systems – Southern Zone | Rule318.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 319 | Asphalt Air Blowing – Southern Zone | Rule319.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 320 | Petroleum Solvent Dry Cleaners | Rule320.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/11/1979 |
| Rule 321 | Solvent Cleaning Operations | Rule321.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/21/2012 |
| Rule 322 | Metal Surface Coating Thinner and Reducer | Rule322.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 323 | Architectural Coatings | Rule323.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 11/15/2001 |
| Rule 323.1 | Architectural Coatings | Rule 323.1.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/19/2014 |
| Rule 324 | Disposal and Evaporation of Solvents | Rule324.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 325 | Crude Oil Production and Separation | Rule325.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 7/19/2001 |
| Rule 326 | Storage of Reactive Organic Compound Liquids | Rule326.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/18/2001 |
| Rule 327 | Organic Liquid Cargo Tank Vessel Loading | Rule327.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 12/16/1985 |
| Rule 328 | Continuous Emission Monitoring | Rule328.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 329 | Cutback and Emulsified Asphalt Paving Materials | Rule329.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 2/25/1992 |
| Rule 330 | Surface Coating of Metal Parts and Products | Rule330.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/21/2012 |
| Rule 331 | Fugitive Emissions Inspection and Maintenance | Rule331.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 12/10/1991 |
| Rule 332 | Petroleum Refinery Vacuum Producing Systems, Wastewater Separators and Process Turnarounds | Rule332.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/11/1979 |
| Rule 333 | Control of Emissions from Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engines | Rule333.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/19/2008 |
| Rule 335 | Control of Hexavalent Chromium in Cooling Towers | Rule335.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/9/1990 |
| Rule 336 | Control of Ethylene Oxide Emissions | Rule336.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 12/12/1989 |
| Rule 337 | Surface Coating of Aerospace Vehicles and Components | Rule337.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/21/2012 |
| Rule 339 | Motor Vehicle and Mobile Equipment Coating Operations | Rule339.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/19/2008 |
| Rule 340 | Control of Dioxins from Medical Waste Incinerators | Rule340.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 9/10/1991 |
| Rule 341 | Municipal Solid Waste Landfills | Rule341.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 9/18/1997 |
| Rule 342 | Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters (5 MMBtu/hr and greater) | Rule342.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 343 | Petroleum Storage Tank Degassing | Rule343.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 12/14/1993 |
| Rule 344 | Petroleum Sumps, Pits and Well Cellars | Rule344.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 11/10/1994 |
| Rule 345 | Control of Fugitive Dust from Construction and Demolition Activities | Rule345.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/21/2010 |
| Rule 346 | Loading of Organic Liquid Cargo Vessels | Rule346.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/18/2001 |
| Rule 349 | Polyester Resin Operations | Rule349.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/21/2012 |
| Rule 351 | Surface Coating of Wood Products | Rule351.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/20/1998 |
| Rule 352 | Natural Gas-Fired Fan-Type Central Furnaces and Small Water Heaters | Rule352.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/20/2011 |
| Rule 353 | Adhesives and Sealants | Rule353.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/21/2012 |
| Rule 354 | Graphic Arts | Rule354.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/28/1994 |
| Rule 359 | Flares and Thermal Oxidizers | Rule359.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 360 | Boilers, Water Heaters, and Process Heaters (0.075 – 2 MMBtu/hr) | Rule360.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 3/15/2018 |
| Rule 361 | Boilers, Steam Generators, and Process Heaters (Between 2 – 5 MMBtu/hr) | Rule361.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 364 | Refinery Fenceline and Community Air Monitoring | Rule364.pdf (opens in a new tab) & Guidelines (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 370 | Potential to Emit — Limitations for Part 70 Sources | Rule370.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Regulation IV: Agricultural Burning | |||
| Rule 401 | Agricultural and Prescribed Burning | Rule401.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2002 |
| Rule 402 | Enforcement | Rule402.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 403 | Burning Permit for Non-Burning Days: Report Requirements | Rule403.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Regulation V: Hearing Board | |||
| Rule 501 | General | Rule501.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 502 | Filing Petitions | Rule502.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 503 | Contents of Petitions | Rule503.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 504 | Petitions for Variances: Contents | Rule504.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 505 | Breakdown Conditions | Rule505.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 506 | Emergency Variances for Breakdowns | Rule506.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 507 | Appeal from Denial | Rule507.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 508 | Failure to Comply with Rules | Rule508.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 509 | Petition Response – (APCD Requirements) | Rule509.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 510 | Withdrawal of Petition | Rule510.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 511 | Place of Hearing | Rule511.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 512 | Notice of Hearing | Rule512.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 513 | Evidence | Rule513.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 514 | Preliminary Matters | Rule514.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 515 | Official Notice | Rule515.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 516 | Continuances | Rule516.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 517 | Decision | Rule517.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 518 | Effective Date of Decision | Rule518.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Rule 519 | Lack of Permit | Rule519.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/23/1978 |
| Regulation VI: Emergencies | |||
| Rule 601 | General | Rule601.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 602 | Episodes/Disasters | Rule602.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 603 | Emergency Episode Plans | Rule603.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 604 | Source Inspection | Rule604.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 605 | Enforcement | Rule605.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 606 | Communication Network | Rule606.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 607 | Air Monitoring Stations | Rule607.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 608 | Air Monitoring Summaries | Rule608.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Rule 609 | Interdistrict Coordination | Rule609.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/15/1981 |
| Regulation VII: Conformity | |||
| Rule 701 | Transportation Conformity | Rule701.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/15/1998 |
| Rule 702 | General Conformity | Rule702.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/20/1994 |
| Regulation VIII: New Source Review | |||
| Rule 801 | New Source Review – Definitions and General Requirements | Rule801.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 802 | New Source Review | Rule802.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 804 | Offsets | Rule804.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 805 | Air Quality Impact Analysis, Modeling, Monitoring, and Air Quality Increment Consumption | Rule805.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 806 | Emission Reduction Credits | Rule806.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 808 | New Source Review for Major Sources of Hazardous Air Pollutants | Rule808.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/20/1999 |
| Rule 809 | Federal Minor Source New Source Review | Rule809.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
| Rule 810 | Federal Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) | Rule810.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 6/20/2013 |
| Regulation IX: New Source Performance Standards | |||
| Rule 901 | New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) | Rule901.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 9/20/2010 |
| Rule 903 | Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Regulations | Rule903.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 11/10/1992 |
| Regulation X: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants | |||
| Rule 1001 | National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAPs) | Rule1001.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/26/1993 |
| Regulation XI: Public Notification | |||
| Rule 1101 | General | Rule1101.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/21/2010 |
| Rule 1102 | Daily Reporting of Air Quality | Rule1102.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/21/2010 |
| Rule 1103 | Annual Reporting | Rule1103.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/21/2010 |
| Rule 1104 | Health Effects | Rule1104.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/21/2010 |
| Rule 1105 | Public Awareness and Involvement | Rule1105.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/21/2010 |
| Regulation XII: Registration Programs | |||
| Rule 1201 | Registration of Agricultural Diesel Engines | Rule1201.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Regulation XIII: Part 70 Operating Permit Program | |||
| Rule 1301 | General Information | Rule1301.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/15/2024 |
| Rule 1302 | Permit Application | Rule1302.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/15/2024 |
| Rule 1303 | Permits | Rule1303.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/15/2024 |
| Rule 1304 | Issuance, Renewal, Modification and Reopening | Rule1304.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 10/18/2018 |
| Rule 1305 | Enforcement | Rule1305.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 11/9/1993 |
| The following is not a District-adopted rule. The memorandum provides information on State Airborne Toxic Control Measures (ATCMs) and how the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District implements them. | |||
| ATCM-MACT Memorandum | atcm-mact.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/15/2009 | |
| Repealed Rules and Regulations | Repeal Date | ||
| Rule 106 | Notice to Comply (repealed) | Rule106.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 1/1/2001 |
| Rule 211 | Technical Reports – Charges For (repealed) | Rule211.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 213 | Fees for Registration Programs (repealed) | Rule 213.pdf | 5/16/2024 |
| Rule 334 | Control of Hexavalent Chromium Emissions from Chrome Plating and Chromic Acid Anodizing (repealed) | Rule334.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 9/20/2010 |
| Rule 338 | Control of Asbestos Containing Serpentine Rock in Surfacing Operations (repealed) | Rule338.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 3/20/2003 |
| Rule 803 | Prevention of Significant Deterioration (repealed) | Rule803.pdf (opens in a new tab) | 8/25/2016 |
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Other Related Webpages:
- For information on prior rule development projects, see Rule History.
- For information on active rule development projects, see Rules Currently Under Development.
- Airborne Toxic Control Measures incorporated into local rules
- Compliance Forms (including Asbestos and Annual Report forms)
You may also visit this page (opens in a new tab) on the California Air Resources Board website to access the District’s rulebook and the rules of all other California air districts. Please note that there may be a delay between the approval of a new, amended, or repealed rule and its availability on the CARB web page.
For more information on rule development projects, call the Rules Section at (805) 979-8050 or e-mail [email protected].
For questions on rule applicability or rule interpretations, call the Engineering Division at (805) 979-8050 or e-mail [email protected].