Fumigation Chambers
Fumigation Chambers are used to apply fumigants such as methyl bromide to agricultural products to eliminate pests.
What Needs a Permit?
- A permit is required for all fumigation chambers.
Permit Fees
New Installations:
Fumigation chambers are required to submit a one-time NEW APPLICATION fee for applying Authority to Construct/Permit to Operate (Rule 300 District Fees).
Modifications:
For modifications resulting in any physical change or change in method of operation shall pay the MODIFICATION fee specified in Rule 300.
Permit Application Completeness Determination
An application will not be accepted for processing until it is deemed complete. The following will be required in order for MBARD to make a completeness determination.
- Completed Form 1 ATC-PTO Application with the original signature of the owner/proprietor or responsible officer of the company.
- Submittal of fees outlined in Form 400-General Application Fee Determination Sheet, and in accordance with District Rule 300.
- Submittal of Fumigation Supplemental Information Form.
Documents/Forms
Advisories
MBARD Letter to Permitted Fumigation Chamber Facilities - April 2019Permit Application Forms
Form 1 ATC-PTO ApplicationApplication Fee Determination Sheet (effective July 1, 2024)Fumigation Chamber Supplemental Information FormRecordkeeping Forms
Under construction
Related Rules
MBARD Rules
Rule 201 SOURCES NOT REQUIRING PERMITS
Rule 207 REVIEW OF NEW OR MODIFIED SOURCES
Rule 1000 PERMIT GUIDELINES AND REQUIREMENTS FOR SOURCES EMITTING TOXIC AIR CONTAMINANTS