Use of Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination - Compost and Other Products From 361-3 Facilities is a legal document that was released by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation - a government authority operating within New York.
Q: What is a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination?
A: A Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination is a determination made by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) regarding the use of compost and other products from facilities regulated under 6 NYCRR Part 361-3.
Q: What facilities are covered under 6 NYCRR Part 361-3?
A: Facilities that generate, process, or store compost and other organic waste materials are covered under 6 NYCRR Part 361-3.
Q: What is the purpose of a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination?
A: The purpose of a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination is to provide guidance on the acceptable uses and applications of compost and other products from these facilities.
Q: Who can request a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination?
A: Any person or entity that operates a facility regulated under 6 NYCRR Part 361-3 can request a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination from the DEC.
Q: What factors are considered in a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination?
A: The DEC considers factors such as the quality of the compost or product, potential environmental impacts, and the intended use or application of the compost or product.
Q: Can a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination be appealed?
A: Yes, a Predetermined Beneficial Use Determination can be appealed within 30 days of the issuance of the determination.
Q: What are some examples of beneficial uses of compost and other products from 361-3 facilities?
A: Some examples include use as a soil amendment in agricultural, horticultural, and land reclamation activities, as a component in erosion control or stormwater management practices, and as a substrate in growing media for plants.
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