Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification is a legal document that was released by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management - a government authority operating within Rhode Island.
Q: What is a Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification?
A: A Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification is a form that must be filled out and submitted to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) when installing or making significant modifications to Stage I vapor recovery systems at gasoline dispensing facilities.
Q: What is a Stage I vapor recovery system?
A: A Stage I vapor recovery system is an emission control system designed to capture gasoline vapors during refueling at gasoline dispensing facilities.
Q: Who needs to submit a Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification?
A: Any gasoline dispensing facility in Rhode Island that is installing or making significant modifications to a Stage I vapor recovery system must submit a notification to RIDEM.
Q: What information is required on the notification form?
A: The notification form requires information such as the facility's contact information, the type of Stage I system being installed or modified, and the expected completion date of the installation or modification.
Q: What happens after I submit the notification form?
A: After submitting the notification form, the facility will receive a confirmation letter from RIDEM. RIDEM may also conduct an inspection of the facility to ensure compliance with the Stage I vapor recovery requirements.
Q: Are there any fees associated with submitting a Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification?
A: Currently, there are no fees associated with submitting a Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification in Rhode Island.
Q: What are the consequences of not submitting a Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification?
A: Failure to submit a Stage I Installation/Substantial Modification Notification may result in penalties and enforcement actions by RIDEM, including fines and the possibility of having the facility's operating permits revoked.
Form Details:
Download a fillable version of the form by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.