Call the Small Business Assistance Office
at 800-388-2121 or 909-396-3529
If we can't help you, we'll find someone who can!
The South Coast AQMD Small Business Assistance Office assists small business owners to comply with South Coast AQMD rules and regulations, permit conditions, and recordkeeping through a variety of services offered. Services include the following:
Free Technical Assistance
We provide free technical consultations by phone, e-mail or in person at South Coast AQMD Headquarters to help your business stay in compliance or identify applicable rules including permit applications.
Watch our video to see how a free consultation could help your business:
Variance Petitions
The South Coast AQMD Hearing Board reviews petitions seeking temporary compliance relief. Our office can assist in preparing variance petition filings.
Fee Review Committee
The South Coast AQMD fee review committee resolves permit fee issues between regulated businesses and the South Coast AQMD. We assist small business owners in filing for a Fee Review request.
Air Quality Permit Checklist
For city and county staff, California state law requires that business owners need to comply with the applicable permitting/registration requirements of the South Coast AQMD prior to the granting of an occupancy permit. This Air Quality Permit checklist will help to determine what is necessary to obtain clearance from South Coast AQMD.
Events
South Coast AQMD hosts various small business events throughout the year which provide a bridge for communication between business owners, South Coast AQMD staff, and South Coast AQMD Board members. Please join us at these events, which are usually free of charge, and give us your feedback.
Contact Us
If your business needs South Coast AQMD assistance, please contact one of our small business assistance staff or visit our Frequently Asked Questions page for further information.
SBA Flyers: