Pollution control board/Pollution NOC FAQs

 

In this article, we are going to discuss various FAQs related to pollution NOC certificate. Getting an pollution NOC is a mandatory step before starting any industry within India. Environment is one of the most important topic in 21st century. It is imperative for industry to make sure that they are not disturbing environmental balance. This NOC certificate is issued by state pollution control board such as MPCB, DPCC, RPCB etc.

State pollution board work in conjunction with central pollution control authority to maintain sanctity of environmental laws within country. India has one of the most exhaustive laws on environmental protection. Pollution NOC is provided in the form of consent by pollution control boards. Let us look at some important FAQs related for the same-

 

Q – What is Central pollution control board or CPCB?

A –  The Central pollution control board or CBCB is an statutory organization that comes under Ministry of environment, forest and climate change.

Q – When was CPCB established?

A – Central pollution control board was established in 1974. CPCB head quarter in Delhi and acts as an apex body for pollution control in India. CPCB has 7 zonal offices and 5 laboratories.

 

 

Q – What are the central functions of CPCB?

A – Central functions of CPCB includes –

• Air quality control
• Water quality and pollution
• Urban programs
• Municipal solid waste rules
• Noise pollution rules
• Environmental data statistics

Q – What are the types of NOCs required?

A – There are two types of NOCs required in India. They are consent to operate and consent to establish.

Q – What is consent to establish?

A – It is a initial permission required from state pollution control authority for starting a business. Consent to establish is provided keeping in mind various aspects related to pollution control enlisted in law.

Q – What is consent to operate?

A – It is the second level of consent required by a business operating India. This consent is require to be obtained any level of pollution spread by the business.

Q – What is different types of categorization of industries as per CPCB?

A – The CPCB has categorized various industries on 4 categories – Red, Green, Orange and White.

Q – Do i need to fill any form to obtain a consent from state pollution control board?

A – Yes, one need to fill an application for obtaining a consent from state pollution control authority. Every SPCB have their own application form.

Q – What are details to be published in application form for NOC?

A – Application for NOC from state pollution board must contain information such as proposed pollution control plans, site details, and other registration certificates from the Industry Department, etc.

 

Q – What is the time limit for receiving a response from authorities?

A – State pollution control board need to reply within 4 months of receiving application for NOC.

Q – What are the documents required to obtain a pollution NOC certificate from pollution control board?

A – Documents required for NOC would include Location plan, registration documents of firm , Ownership of land, detailed project report, compliance report etc. For full list of documents required for NOC, you can visit documents required to obtain a pollution NOC certificate from pollution control board

Q – What are documents required for water consent from state pollution control board?

A – Please check documents required for water consent from state pollution control board

Q – How can I get pollution NOC certificate for industry?

A –  Applicant need to apply on state pollution control website along with application form and required documents. Once, application is submitted to the authorities. They would inspect premise to verify details mentioned in application form. Documents submitted would be vetted for genuineness and eligibility. If applicant is found eligible for NOC the, state pollution board would issue a consent against his name.

Q – How can I get pollution certificate in Tamil Nadu?

A – You can get pollution control certificate in Tamil Nadu from Tamil Nadu pollution control board website.

Q – How can i get a pollution NOC in Gujarat?

A – Gujarat pollution control board or GPCB is a regulatory body in Gujarat for prevention of pollution within Gujarat. To get a pollution control certificate, one need to apply with GPCB with relevant documents as mentioned earlier.

Q – How can I get a MPCB certificate?

A – To get an MPCB certificate, applicant can register on MPCB portal. On portal, application form for pollution certificate need to be filled along with documents. MPCB officers will appraise the application and issue a certificate if found to be successful.

Q – How can i get a pollution control certificate in Odisha?

A – To get an Odisha pollution certificate, applicant can register on ODOCMMS portal. On portal, application form for pollution certificate need to be filled along with documents. ODOCMMS  officers will appraise the application and issue a certificate if found to be successful.

Q – How can i get a pollution control certificate in Andhra Pradesh?

A – To get an Andhra Pradesh pollution control board ( APPCB) certificate, applicant can register on APPCB Portal. On portal, application form for pollution certificate need to be filled along with documents. APPCB  officers will appraise the application and issue a certificate if found to be successful.

Q – How can I get a pollution control certificate in Arunachal Pradesh?

A – To get Arunachal Pradesh pollution certificate, you need to apply with  regulatory authority in Arunachal Pradesh.