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Virtual Public Meeting and Public Hearing: Synagro Technologies, Inc. Request for a Distribution and Marketing Permit

The Surface Water Discharges Section will hold a virtual public meeting (June 17, 2020) and a virtual public hearing (June 25, 2020) on an application by Synagro Technologies, Inc. for a permit to sell biosolids fertilizer products in Delaware.


Reg. 1102 Permit Application: Auto Collision & Repair

Auto Collision & Repair, located at 413 North Bedford Street, in Georgetown, has applied for a permit to operate an Auto Body Shop that conducts any or all of the following: collision repair, vehicle painting, paint stripping, or sanding.


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Chemours Discovery Hub

Chemours Discovery Hub requests permission to operate an existing multi-step analytical process in their laboratories located at 201 Discovery Boulevard, in Newark.


NPDES Permit Application: Division of Parks and Recreation

The Division of Parks and Recreation has applied for reissuance of its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit No. DE0050083 (State Number WPCC 3150H/74) to discharge treated sanitary sewerage to an unnamed tributary of the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal.


Solid Waste Transporter Permits Pending

A listing of companies that have submitted permit applications to transport regulated RCRA hazardous and/or non-hazardous solid wastes in, out of, or through the State of Delaware.


On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System

John E & Barbara H Moore have applied for a construction permit for an on-site wastewater treatment and disposal system for four homes located at the intersection of Thompsonville Road and Lynch Road, in Kent County.


Federally Enforceable 7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Applications: Croda Inc.

Croda, Inc. has requested a federally enforceable 7 DE Admin. Code 1102 construction permit to add a 12,000 gallon drumming tank to existing Blend Tanks A and B at its facility at 315 Cherry Lane, in New Castle.


Water Allocation Permit Application: Sussex Ventures, Inc.

Sussex Ventures, Inc. has requested an allocation permit for one proposed irrigation well located east of Laurel near the intersection of Laurel and Adams Roads.


Amendments to State Bluefish Regulations (7 DE Admin. Code 3516)

DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin has signed an Order to amend the state’s Bluefish regulations that changes the daily possession limits for anglers.


Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Applications

A listing of applications to the DNREC Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section.


Large Quantity Generators

If a facility generates hazardous waste in quantities greater than 1,000 kilograms (≈2,200 pounds) or generates acutely hazardous waste in quantities greater than 1 kilogram (≈2.2 pounds) in a calendar month, that facility is defined, under Delaware’s Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste, as a Large Quantity Generator (LQG).
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Electronic Waste

In this world of rapidly changing technology, disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) has created a growing waste stream. The Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances provides guidance for the management of these wastes by businesses under the state’s hazardous waste regulations.

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Universal Waste Rule

Universal wastes are items that are generated by a large number of businesses in relatively small quantities. Five hazardous wastes are identified as universal wastes under Section 273 of Delaware’s Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste. They are batteries, mercury-containing equipment, obsolete agricultural pesticides, lamps and aerosol cans.
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Solvent-Contaminated Cloth Wipes

The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Compliance and Permitting Section provides the following guidance on the management of cloth wipes, including shop towels, and rags contaminated with hazardous wastes identified via characteristic or listing in the Delaware Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste (7 DE Admin. Code 1302).



Managing Fluorescent Lamps

The following are answers to commonly asked questions regarding the management of waste fluorescent lamps that exceed the regulatory limit for mercury via the Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP).

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Compliance and Permitting Section 302-739-9403



Very Small Quantity Generators

If a facility generates hazardous waste in quantities of less than 100 kilograms (≈220 pounds or approximately 25 gallons) or is the generator of acutely hazardous waste in quantities of less than 1 kilogram (≈2 pounds) in a calendar month, that facility is defined, under Delaware’s Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste, as a Very Small Quantity


Auto Repair Shop Waste

Auto Repair Shops generate hazardous waste that must be managed in accordance with Delaware’s Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste. Hazardous waste mismanagement adversely impacts human health and the environment.

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Compliance and Permitting Section 302-739-9403



Salvage Yards

Salvage yards are an important part of the economy. They provide a valuable service, helping recycle what can be recycled and dispose of what cannot.

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Compliance and Permitting Section 302-739-9403



Managing Waste

The Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances is responsible for controlling the storage, transport and disposal of solid, infectious and hazardous waste in Delaware. The Division also coordinates recycling and yard waste management.
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Solid Waste

Solid Waste is any garbage, refuse, refuse-derived fuel, waste wood from demolition or construction, sludge from treatment plants, or other discarded material. It can include wastes resulting from industrial, commercial, mining and agricultural operations, and from community activities.

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Hazardous Waste

Hazardous wastes are solid wastes that are inherently dangerous to handle or dispose. They include chemicals such as solvents, mercury in thermometers, and lead in paint. The Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances regulates transporters, businesses and industry so that hazardous wastes are managed properly and cleaned up in the event of a spill or


Used Oil Management

The following provides an overview related to commonly asked questions about the proper management and disposal of used oil regulated by Part 279 of Delaware’s Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste.

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Compliance and Permitting Section 302-739-9403


Mercury and Mercury-Containing Equipment

Elemental mercury is liquid at room temperature, with a metallic and shiny appearance. It is conductive and highly volatile. Mercury can have serious health impacts on humans.

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Compliance and Permitting Section 302-739-9403



Small Quantity Generators

If a facility generates hazardous waste in quantities between 100 kilograms (≈220 pounds) and 1,000 kilograms (≈2,200 pounds) and generates acutely hazardous waste in quantities of less than 1 kilogram (≈2.2 pounds) in a calendar month, that facility is defined, under Delaware’s Regulations Governing Hazardous Waste, as a Small Quantity Generator (SQG). [column md=”5″


Solid Waste Facilities

The Compliance and Permitting Section (CAPS) of the DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances issues permits for all solid and hazardous waste facilities, such as operating and closed landfills and transfer stations, recycling, composting and resource recovery facilities.

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Managing Used Aerosol Cans

For businesses, aerosol cans pose a unique hazardous waste determination problem because they consist of three different types of materials, each of which may be classified as hazardous waste — the can itself, liquid product contained in the can, and the gaseous propellant.

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Managing Common Household Wastes

Many types of hazardous waste items used by households can be disposed of in household trash, taken to a Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) recycling drop-off center, or taken to a DSWA Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event.
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Infectious Waste

The DNREC Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances regulates the treatment, packaging, storage, transportation, and disposal of infectious waste in the state.

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Scrap Tire Management

Delaware produces more than 750,000 scrap tires a year. How to keep them from fouling the environment is a serious consideration. The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) offers two programs to help — the Scrap Tire Facility Compliance Program and the Scrap Tire Removal Program. [column md=”5″ xclass=”col-xs-12 col-lg-4


Water Supply Section Applications

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC Water Supply Section for allocation permits and alternative methods of compliance.


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Comcast of New Castle

Comcast of New Castle, LLC requests permission for the operation of four emergency generators at 2215 N. Dupont Highway, New Castle.


Title V Permit Renewal Applications: Noramco

Noramco has submitted a request for renewal of its operating permit for its facility at 500 Swedes Landing Road, in Wilmington.


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Hospital Billing & Collection Service

Hospital Billing & Collection Service requests permission for the construction of one emergency generator, rated 600 kW (909 HP) at 118 Lukens Drive, New Castle.


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Cambridge Constructors

Cambridge Constructors requests permission to add a jaw crusher and two stacking conveyors to their existing portable non-metallic mineral processing plant located at 801 Boxwood Road, Wilmington.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Applications: Country Rest Home, Inc.

Country Rest Home, Inc., of Greenwood, has applied for a permit to install three packaged grinder pump stations and 2,385 linear feet of forcemain to serve the Country Life Community, located west of Greenwood.


Water Allocation Permit Applications

A list of water allocation permit applications submitted to the DNREC Water Supply Section.


Title V Synthetic Minor Permit Application: Allan Myers, Delaware, Inc. (Georgetown)

Allan Myers, Delaware, Inc. requests an amendment to the permit for an impactor at its 22351 Joseph Road location in Georgetown.


Title V Synthetic Minor Permit Application: Allan Myers, Delaware, Inc. (Dover)

Allan Myers, Delaware, Inc. requests an amendment to the permit for an impactor at its 3700 Bay Road location in Dover.


National Pollutant Discharge System Permit: Occidental Chemical Corporation

Occidental Chemical Corporation has applied for reissuance of its permit to discharge treated groundwater and stormwater to the Delaware River and stormwater to the Red Lion Creek from their facility at 1657 River Road in New Castle County.


Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Permits

A listing of recent permit applications submitted to the Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section.


Virtual Public Hearing: Mountaire Farms On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System

The Groundwater Discharges Section will conduct a public hearing on May 21 on the application and draft construction permit and associated modification and renewal draft permit for Mountaire Farms of Delaware, Inc.’s On-Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System.


Wastewater Facilities Construction Permit Application: Sussex County

Sussex County proposes to construct a submersible sanitary sewer pump station and approximately 6,340 linear feet of force main to serve the existing Mulberry Knoll Community located north and west of Rehoboth Beach.


Title V Permit Renewal Application: Delaware City Refining Company

Delaware City Refining Company having a facility at 4550 Wrangle Hill Road, Delaware City, Delaware, has submitted a request for a permit renewal pursuant to 7 DE Admin. Code 1130, Section 7, for operating Permit: AQM-003/00016 – Part 1 (Renewal 3), Part 2 – (Renewal 2), and Part 3 (Renewal 3).


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Pepco Holdings, Inc.

Pepco Holdings, Inc. requests permission for the operation of one emergency generator, rated 750 kW (1220 HP) at 500 N. Wakefield Dr., in Newark.


Groundwater Discharges Section Permit Applications

A listing of recent applications to the Groundwater Discharges Section for permits related to on-site wastewater treatment and disposal and transportation of non-hazardous liquid waste.


Permits to Transport Hazardous and/or Non-Hazardous Solid Wastes

A listing or applications to the Division of Waste and Hazardous Substances for permits to transport regulated RCRA hazardous and/or non-hazardous solid wastes in, out of, or through the State of Delaware.


Distribution and Marketing Permit Application – City of Wilmington and Veolia North America

The City of Wilmington and Veolia North America submitted a permit application requesting a distribution and marketing permit to distribute and market products containing pasteurized “Class A” “Exceptional Quality” biosolids product throughout the State of Delaware.


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: Incyte Corporation

Incyte Corporation requests a construction permit to construct four emergency diesel engine generators, 500 kW each, at their 1709 Augustine Cut-Off, Wilmington, facility.


Water Allocation Permit Applications

A listing of recent applications to the DNREC water Supply Section for water allocation permits.


7 DE Admin. Code 1102 Natural Minor Permit Applications: City of Wilmington

City of Wilmington Porter Filter Plant requests a permit to construct and operate a baghouse on an existing lime storage silo at their water treatment facility located at 2052 East Park Drive, in Wilmington.





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