Types of Authorization for Turbines

The following list of permit authorizations is arranged in order of the time and effort required to obtain authorization.

• Permits by Rule (PBRs) for Turbines. These links will take you to the specific PBR that may apply to your facility. Review the general information for qualifying and applying for a PBR. Contact air permitting staff regarding partial permitting policies.
  
  
  • Title 30, Texas Administrative Code, Section 106.511- Portable and Emergency Engines and Turbines
  • Section 106.512 - Stationary Engines and Turbines
  • Note: 106.512 can not be used for electronic generators, use Standard Permit.

• Standard Permit for Electric Generating Units. Certain engines used for the generation of electricity must use this standard permit instead of the PBR.
  • Standard Permit

• Construction Permit - If you cannot qualify for another type of permit authorization, you must apply for a case-by-case construction permit under 30 TAC Chapter 116.
  
  

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