N.C. Asbestos Rules, Regulations & Ordinances
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N.C. General Statutes on Asbestos
| General Statute | About this Statute |
|---|---|
| N.C. General Statute §130A-444 through 452 (PDF) | Established the Asbestos Hazard Management Program. |
| N.C. General Statute §130A-22(b1) and (b2) | Details administrative penalty provisions. |
| N.C. General Statute §130A-450 (PDF) | Details changes to asbestos-containing material permit fees for demolition projects. DHHS Memo: Asbestos Removal Permit Fee Increase (PDF) — Effective Sept. 1, 2008 |
N.C. Rules on Asbestos
| N.C. Rule | About this Rule |
|---|---|
| Asbestos Hazard Management Program (PDF) 10A NCAC 41C .0600-.0611 | Rules (administrative code) adopted by the North Carolina Health Commission to implement the statutes. |
| National Emission Standard for Asbestos (PDF) 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart M (40 CFR 61-141-157) | The AHMP Rules adopt the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) relating to asbestos demolition and renovation. |
| Asbestos-Containing Materials in Schools (PDF) 40 CFR Part 763, Subpart E | The AHMP Rules adopt the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) relating to the management of asbestos containing materials in schools. |
Open Burning
North Carolina air quality regulations address demolition of structures by intentional burning for the purpose of training firefighting personnel.
Open Burning Rules and Regulations
Open Burning Hotline: 1-800-634-7854 (toll-free)
County-Specific Ordinances
Three North Carolina counties have asbestos-related ordinances. Contact the agencies for information on local requirements.
| County | Agency | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Buncombe County | WNC Regional Air Quality Agency | 828-250-6777 |
| Forsyth County | Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection | 336-703-2440 |
| Mecklenburg County | Mecklenburg Land Use and Environmental Services Agency, Mecklenburg Air Quality | 704-336-5430 |