Obtaining a permit for discharging gases or particulates into the air is required only for biogas plants with a nominal thermal power exceeding 15 MW. Therefore, it is necessary only for a narrow group of the largest biogas plants, which, due to their technical parameters, will most often qualify for an integrated permit. The practical application of this permit for biogas plants is therefore minimal. 🌬️
📜 The Authority Responsible for Issuing the Decision:
County Governor:
In most cases.
Provincial Marshal:
In the case of installations classified as projects that can always significantly impact the environment.
⏳ Duration of Proceedings:
Standard Time: 1 month
Especially Complicated Cases: 2 months from the initiation of proceedings.
In practice, this period may be longer, as it does not include the timeframes provided for obtaining agreements, opinions, or periods of suspension of proceedings. Additionally, the issuance of the decision may be delayed for other reasons, such as the fault of the party or reasons beyond the control of the authority, such as the need to supplement documentation. 📅
🕒 Permit Validity Period:
The permit is issued for a specified period, not exceeding 10 years. 🗓️
💰 Fees for Issuing Decisions:
2011 PLN for large enterprises.
506 PLN for micro, small, or medium enterprises.
Notary fee for power of attorney: 17 PLN.
📨 How Can I Appeal?
Appeals against decisions issued by the provincial marshal must be filed within 2 weeks of receiving the decision with the Minister of Climate and Environment.
Appeals against decisions issued by the county governor must be filed within 2 weeks of receiving the decision with the appropriate Local Appeals Board.
Further appeal options include lodging a complaint with the Provincial Administrative Court and subsequently with the Supreme Administrative Court. ⚖️
💻 Can I Submit My Application Electronically?
Applications can be submitted electronically using ePUAP. However, before submitting your application, we recommend contacting the relevant county governor's office or marshal's office to confirm whether electronic submissions are being processed. 🖥️
🌟 Summary 🌟
A permit for discharging gases or particulates into the air is required only for biogas plants with a nominal thermal power exceeding 15 MW. It is necessary for the largest biogas plants, which often qualify for an integrated permit. The authority responsible for issuing the decision is either the county governor or the provincial marshal, depending on the nature of the installation. The process of obtaining the permit takes from 1 to 2 months, and the permit is valid for up to 10 years. The cost of the permit is 2011 PLN for large enterprises and 506 PLN for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. Applications can be submitted electronically via ePUAP, but it is recommended to contact the relevant authority beforehand. 📜🌍