Annual Compliance Report - State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (Spdes) General Permits (Gp-0-16-001) or (Gp-0-19-001) for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (Cafos) - New York

Annual Compliance Report - State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (Spdes) General Permits (Gp-0-16-001) or (Gp-0-19-001) for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (Cafos) is a legal document that was released by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation - a government authority operating within New York.

FAQ

Q: What is the Annual Compliance Report?
A: The Annual Compliance Report is a report that Cafos in New York are required to submit to demonstrate their compliance with the State Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (SPDES) General Permits (GP-0-16-001) or (GP-0-19-001).

Q: What are SPDES General Permits?
A: SPDES General Permits are permits issued by the state of New York that regulate pollutant discharges from specific categories of point sources, including Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (Cafos).

Q: What is a Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (Cafo)?
A: A Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation (Cafo) is an agricultural operation where animals are kept and raised in confined conditions, such as a feedlot or a confinement building, and where a significant amount of animal waste is generated.

Q: What is the purpose of the Annual Compliance Report?
A: The purpose of the Annual Compliance Report is to allow Cafos to demonstrate their compliance with the SPDES General Permits and to provide information on their operations and any measures taken to prevent pollution.

Q: Who is required to submit the Annual Compliance Report?
A: Cafos in New York that are covered under the SPDES General Permits (GP-0-16-001) or (GP-0-19-001) are required to submit the Annual Compliance Report.

Q: What information is included in the Annual Compliance Report?
A: The Annual Compliance Report includes information on the Cafo's operations, such as the number and types of animals, the amount of waste generated, and any measures taken to prevent pollution.

Q: What are the consequences of not submitting the Annual Compliance Report?
A: Failure to submit the Annual Compliance Report can result in enforcement actions, including fines and penalties.

Q: When is the Annual Compliance Report due?
A: The due date for the Annual Compliance Report varies depending on the specific SPDES General Permit and the individual Cafo. Cafo operators should refer to the permit for the specific due date.

Q: Who should I contact for more information about the Annual Compliance Report?
A: For more information about the Annual Compliance Report, Cafos in New York should contact the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC).