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Requirements for Fee Reductions and Fee Caps
The fees are different for each Program Levels:
Program Level |
Fee for one stationary source |
Fee for each additional location (must be same owner and same single chemical process). |
Fee Cap |
| 1 | $ 100 | $ 50 | $ 1000 |
| 2 | $ 200 | $200 for first 3 sources then $ 100 per each additional source | $ 2000 |
| 2 and have SIC Group # of 01, 02, or 07 | $ 100 | $100 for first 3 sources then $ 50 per each additional source | $ 800 |
| 3 | $ 1000 | No Multiple Fee Reduction | No Fee Cap |
*If there is more than one covered process at a stationary source then the owner/operator must pay for the highest Program Level that is present at an stationary source.
When are the annual fees due?
With the first Risk Management Plan submission (6/21/99) and April 1, thereafter.
Why am I required to pay a fee?
The Federal Section 112(r) provisions contain no funding for state implementation agencies. The 1998 Florida Legislature determined that industry emergency responders and the public would benefit from a state-based program which reflects Florida's risks and enforcement philosophy.
Fees received under the State act will be deposited in a separate trust fund account and will be used exclusively to support Accidental Release Prevention and Risk Management Planning (ARP/RMP) Act program activities. These activities include outreach and technical assistance to help facilities with compliance, assistance with data necessary to complete the Risk Management Plans, and on-going updates of guidance, U. S. Environmental Protection Agency's program guidance and adjustments.
Prior to the 2000 Legislative Session, the Florida ARP/RMP will be reviewed to access its efficiency and effectiveness; including the appropriateness of the fee system.
Who do covered sources send their fees to?
Sources covered under the Florida Accidental Release Prevention and Risk Management Planning Act will send there fees made payable to Cashier, Department of Community Affairs, to the following address:
State Emergency Response Commission
2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard
Tallahassee, FL 32399-2149
,using approved forms.
Are there any penalties for late payment?
Yes, late fees will be assessed at 10% per month of the annual registration fee but shall not exceed 50% of the annual registration fee owed for any fee cycle.
Where do the state fees go and what are they used for?
All fees and penalties collected by the Division of Emergency Managements will be deposited in a separate account in the Operating Trust Fund and will be used to implement the state's Accidental Release Prevention Program. The fees will provide money for staffing, conducting outreach to affected industry on program requirements and emerging issues, reviewing risk management plans, and facility inspections.
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