Code of Maine Rules 06 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
The Code of Maine Rules (CMR) – Title 06 pertains to the:
06 – Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)
This title contains the official rules and regulations adopted by the Maine DEP, responsible for protecting and restoring Maine’s natural resources. These rules cover a broad range of environmental programs and enforcement mechanisms across the state.
🔑 Key Regulatory Areas in Title 06 CMR (DEP):
Air Quality (Chapters 100–199)
Emission standards for industrial sources, vehicles, and fuels.
Permitting programs (e.g., Title V permits).
Open burning, asbestos removal, and vapor recovery regulations.
Water Quality and Pollution Control (Chapters 500–599)
Standards for stormwater management, wetlands protection, and surface/groundwater discharges.
Maine Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (MEPDES) rules.
Licensing for wastewater treatment systems.
Solid Waste Management (Chapters 400–419)
Regulation of landfills, transfer stations, composting facilities, and recycling programs.
Special rules for hazardous and biomedical waste.
Hazardous Waste and Materials (Chapters 850–857)
Generator and transporter requirements under RCRA.
Universal waste management (e.g., electronics, mercury-containing devices).
Corrective action and cleanup procedures for contaminated sites.
Site Location of Development Law (Site Law)
Requirements for large-scale development projects to minimize environmental impacts.
Applies to subdivisions, energy facilities, commercial projects, etc.
Shoreland Zoning and Natural Resource Protection Act (NRPA)
Protection of wetlands, waterbodies, sand dunes, and significant wildlife habitats.
Permits for activities like dredging, filling, and construction near protected areas.
Oil and Chemical Spill Prevention and Response
Storage tank registration and inspection.
Contingency planning and reporting for oil/chemical spills.
Remediation and Brownfield Redevelopment
Procedures and incentives for cleaning up contaminated or abandoned sites.
Voluntary Response Action Program (VRAP) participation rules.
📌 Commonly Referenced Chapters:
Chapter 100 – Definitions and Terms (Air Quality)
Chapter 200 – Petroleum Liquids Storage and Transfer
Chapter 375 – Site Law Standards
Chapter 500 – Stormwater Management Rules
Chapter 850 – Hazardous Waste Management Rules
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