Brochures & Fact Sheets

To request print versions of the publications below, contact Karin Grennan at karin@vcapcd.org or 805-303-4002.

Agricultural Burning

The process for using outdoor fires to dispose of plant waste grown on farms

 

Air Pollution Control Permits

The district’s process for approving the operation of equipment that could emit air pollutants

Air Quality Complaints

Common types of air quality complaints and how to report them to the district - English and Spanish versions available

 

Air Quality Info & News

QR code links to AirNow, VCAPCD E-News and Daily Air Quality Forecast & Agricultural Burn Status signups, and social media pages

Emission Inventory

How the district keeps track of emitted gas and particulate pollutants through surveys and uses the information

 

Emission Offsetting

The district's process for reducing the amount of ozone- and particulate matter-forming pollutants released from the largest-emitting facilities while allowing for economic growth

Know the Code

A breakdown of the different Air Quality Index levels, where to find real-time local information and how to protect your health

 

Notice of Violation

What happens when facilities violate a district rule or permit condition or a state air pollution law

Prescribed Burning & Smoke Management

Information about planned and controlled fires

 

Rule Development

The district's process for developing new rules to reduce air pollution

Variances

The district’s process for allowing businesses to temporarily exceed limits set by state laws or district rules and regulations in order to continue operating while taking steps to meet requirements