Car Washes: Compliance Resources

Air

De Minimis - determine if your site is covered under the De Minimis rule. (30 TAC 116.119).

Water

Without access to sewer service, you must obtain other authorization to discharge dirty water. Use the following links to determine if the Industrial Reclaimed Water Reuse Permit is right for you.

• Application to Use Industrial Reclaimed Water (PDF) (help with PDF)
  
• Instructions for Application to Use Industrial Reclaimed Water (PDF) (help with PDF)
• Operators should pay particular attention to the options allowed under the 30 TAC 210e rule. (PDF) (help with PDF)

Waste

• Transporting Sludge Wastes in Texas (RG-309)
• Special Waste Regulations in Texas (RG-029)
• Permit Exemption for Drying Car Wash Grit Trap Waste (30 TAC 330.13 (h))
• Hazardous Waste: There IS an Easier Way
• 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

• Environmental Rules for Car Washes (RG-434)
• Fees