Air Permit Amendment for Blair Asphalt Plant - St. Albert
Official title: BLAIR ASPHALT PRODUCTS LTD. - Environmental Compliance Approval (air)
Blair Asphalt Products wants to update its air emissions permit for a hot-mix asphalt plant near St. Albert, Ontario. The company is changing production rates and equipment. The plant releases particulate matter, silica dust, and various chemicals into the air.
Why This Matters
Live near Farley Road in St. Albert? This plant releases particulate matter, silica dust, benzene, and other pollutants. The permit change could mean more production and different emissions levels. If you have concerns about air quality in your area, now's the time to speak up.
What Could Change
If approved, Blair Asphalt could operate at updated production rates with modified equipment. The permit would set new limits for emissions of particulate matter, silica, benzene, arsenic, lead, and other contaminants from the asphalt plant and adjacent quarry operations.
Key Issues
- Should the updated production rates and equipment changes be approved?
- Are the emission limits adequate to protect local air quality?
How to Participate
- Review the proposal details on this consultation page to understand the equipment changes and emissions involved.
- Submit your comments through the Environmental Registry before the deadline. You can also email enviropermissions@ontario.ca or call 1-800-461-6290.