Auto Repair Shops: Compliance Resources

Air

• Industry-Specific Permits by Rule for Auto Repair Facilities
• Air Emissions Calculation Tips—Use this tool to determine if your shop can be covered by a Permit by Rule.
• De Minimis—Determine if your site is covered under the De Minimis rule.
• Controlling On-Road Mobile Source Vehicle Emissions—Federal, state and local programs for motor vehicle fuel, inspection, and maintenance.

Water

• Permitting a Septic System
• Edwards Aquifer Protection Program—If your facility is located over any portion of the Edwards Aquifer, you will have to comply with these rules.

Waste

• Industrial and Hazardous Waste Rules and Regulations for Small-Quantity Generators (RG-234) 
• Hazardous Waste: There IS an Easier Way
• Common Questions on Empty Waste Containers (RG-480)
  
• Waste Designation Decision Matrix
• The Used Oil Recycling Handbook (RG-325)—Guidance for Used Oil Handlers
• What to do with Used Oil, Batteries, Antifreeze, or Used Tires
• Transporting Wastes in Texas (RG-086)
• Petroleum Storage Tank Registrations: Am I Regulated?—Explains which petroleum storage tanks (PSTs) are regulated.

Compliance Overview Tools

• Auto Repair Shop Compliance Checklist (PDF) (Help with PDF)
• An Environmental Guide for Texas Automotive Repair Shops (RG-308)
• Pollution Prevention for Auto Repair Shops
• Fees
• Your business could be eligible for a free environmental compliance assessment. For more information, visit our Compliance Commitment (C2) Site Visit Program website.