Enhanced Vapor Recovery (EVR) is required for gasoline dispensing facilities with underground storage tanks that are already required to have a vapor recovery system. The deadline to comply with EVR requirements is April 1, 2009.
There are Four Steps that your station will need to complete in order to meet the EVR compliance requirement.
Step 1 - Evaluation Phase
Estimated Time: 2 weeks
The steps below are normally conducted by the station owner. Operators of franchise stations may be directed to use a company contractor for these activities.
Evaluate your station situation using the following resources:
1. Read the EVR Phase II Executive Orders http://www.arb.ca.gov/vapor/eo-evrphaseII.htm, and Advisories http://www.arb.ca.gov/vapor/advisories/advisories.htm.
2. Contact your local AQMD to determine EVR compliance requirements.
http://www.arb.ca.gov/capcoa/roster.htm
3. Conduct site analysis. Look at what you have and what you need, and then determine which EVR upgrade that is right for you. You may wish to consult a certified contractor (see Step 3 - Installation Phase).
Step 2 - Permit Phase
Estimated Time: 3 to 4 months (longer in some areas)
Consider enlisting services to complete the permitting process such as a Permit Expeditor. Some contractors have designated staff to coordinate and complete the permit application process. Architects and engineers can also assist in the permit application process.
These projects will require a site specific engineers drawing. These are submitted as part of a plan review in order to obtain the necessary permits from local planning and building departments. In many cases, structural calculations for the concrete pad must also accompany applications for permits. Please check with your local agency.
In addition to a permit from your local AQMD/APCD, you may be required to obtain a permit or a sign-off from:
Local City/County Planning Department
Local Building Department
Local Fire Department
Local Air Quality Management District (AQMD or APCD)
Local Environmental Health or CUPA (Certified Unified Program Agency)
Other sign-offs may include:
Public Works
Encroachment Permits
Variances to local set-back ordinances
Other helpful Contacts: Vapor Recovery Contacts
Step 3 - Installation Phase
Estimated Time: 2 weeks to 1 month
The following certified installation contractors lists are available:
Franklin Fueling/Healy Certified Installation Contractors list:
http://www.franklinfueling.com/CertifiedInstallers/CertifiedInstallers.asp
Franklin Fueling/INCON ISD Certified Installation Contractors list:
http://www.franklinfueling.com/CertifiedInstallers/CertifiedInstallers.asp
Veeder-Root Certified ISD Contractor list:
http://www.veeder.com/cfusion/veeder/ascsearch/index.cfm
VST Inc. Certified Contractor list will be coming soon:
http://www.vsthose.com/cert_contractors.aspx
EMCO Wheaton with Hirt Processor Certified Installation Contractors list:
http://www.emcoretail.com/contractors.php
Having trouble finding equipment or a Certified Contractor? Use this form: http://www.arb.ca.gov/vapor/equipcontavail062207.pdf
Step 4 - Start-Up/ Testing/ Inspection Phase
Estimated Time: 2 weeks
It is likely that for each permit that is obtained, a final inspection/sign-off will be required. In many cases, there is a proper sequence to the permit sign-offs. Please check with the local agencies in order to coordinate.
