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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Erosion and Sediment Control Training Requirement for Building Permit Applications Enforced January 1, 2023

DECEMBER 30, 2022 December 30, 2022 – (TIYAN, Guam) – Effective January 1, 2023, the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) will begin enforcing the requirement for all construction site managers or superintendents to be trained in the application and maintenance of erosion and sediment control (ESC) practices for all building permits and clearing,…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors REGULAR Virtual Meeting – December 15

Board of Directors REGULAR Virtual BOARD Meeting:Thursday, December 15, 2022 • 4PM • Google Meet: meet.google.com/ovc-ixng-aheLive streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of November 17, 2022 Meeting Minutes; IV. Administrator’s Report: Outstanding Notices of Violation Update, In-Depth Update on Environmental Monitoring and Analytical Division; V. New Notices of Violation;…
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REMINDER NOTICE UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK – 2023 OPERATING PERMIT

Hafa Adai! The Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) would like to remind owners and operators of Underground Storage Tanks (UST) containing regulated substances that they are required by the Underground Storage of Regulated Substances Act, as amended, Chapter 76 of Title 10 Guam Code Annotated, and Title 22 Guam Administrative Rules and Regulations Chapter 50…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Regularly Scheduled Virtual Meeting – November 17, 2022

Guam EPA Regularly Scheduled Board of Directors Meeting – Thursday, November 17, 2022 • 4PM Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/qrq-dijy-vwcMeeting will be live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of October 20, 2022 Meeting Minutes Administrator’s Report Outstanding Notices of Violation Update New Notices of Violation Next Meeting Date and Adjournment Individuals requiring special accommodations, auxiliary…
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Network Advisory – October 26, 2022

The Guam Environmental Protection Agency’s (Guam EPA) internet service provider will be performing network maintenance at 3:30 p.m. (ChST). The scheduled maintenance will cause disruptions to the Agency’s web-based applications and email service, and is expected to last at least 30 minutes. We apologize for the inconvenience this may cause, however the maintenance is necessary…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Meeting: October 20, 2022

First Notice: Guam EPA Regularly Scheduled Board of Directors Meeting – October First Notice: Guam EPA Regularly Scheduled Board of Directors Meeting – Thursday, October 20, 2022 • 4PM Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/nhd-pxqm-vscMeeting will be live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of September 22, 2022 Meeting Minutes Administrator’s Report Open Burn / Open…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting: Thursday, September 15, 2022 at 4PM

Board of Directors REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, September 15, 2022 • At the Guam EPA Administration Building Conference Room – 17-3304 Mariner Avenue Tiyan Barrigada, Guam 96913-1617 and Google Meet Platform: meet.google.com/rgs-ktyc-ify | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of August 25, 2022 Meeting Minutes; IV.…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting: August 25, 2022 at 4PM

Board of Directors REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, August 25, 2022 • 4:00PMGoogle Meet Platform: meet.google.com/yzu-tfpw-jwh | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to OrderII. Approval of AgendaIII. Approval of June 16, 2022 Meeting MinutesIV. Potential Board Secretary ConfirmationV. Administrator’s ReportVI. RRF Appropriations for FY ‘23VII. Notices of ViolationPrimos Heavy EquipmentSamsung E & C America, Inc.JJ…
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Guam EPA Submits 2021 Annual State Public Water System Compliance Report

On July 16, 2022, the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) submitted its 2021 Annual State Public Water System Compliance Report to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The report entails Guam’s annual compliance report (ACR) of the current eight (8) public water systems that were regulated in as of December 31, 2021. Guam EPA included…
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Guam EPA Regular Board of Directors June Meeting – June 16, 2022

Board of Directors REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, June 16, 2022 • 4:00PMGoogle Meet Platform: meet.google.com/fkt-eetg-adk | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of May 19, 2022 Meeting Minutes; IV. GEPA’s Request to Review & Approve New Source Rules for New and Modified Major Sources in SO2 Nonattainment Areas; V.…
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$98,000 Enforcement Action Completed

May 25, 2022 – (Tiyan, Guam) – On April 7, 2022, the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) received a payment in the amount of $98,000 from Contrack Watts Inc. An administrative penalty order of $98,000 was assessed to Contrack Watts Inc. following a notice of violation (NOV) issued to the company by Guam EPA…
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING: NEW SOURCE REVIEW FOR NEW AND MODIFIED MAJOR SOURCES IN SO2 NONATTAINMENT AREAS

In accordance with 5 GCA §9301(a), the Guam Environmental Protection Agency (Guam EPA) hereby notifies the general public and owners/operators of air emission sources of a Public Hearing for 22 GAR, Chapter 1, Guam Air Pollution Controls Standards and Regulations New Source Review (NSR) Requirements for New and Modified Major Sources in SO2 Nonattainment Areas.…
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Board of Directors REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, May 19, 2022 • 4:00PM

Board of Directors REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, May 19, 2022 • 4:00PM Guam EPA Administration Building Conference Room 17-3304 Mariner Ave., TiyanGoogle Meet Platform: meet.google.com/oke-ivnv-fgz | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of April 21, 2022 Meeting Minutes; IV. MCOG’s request to approve the transfer of funds for the…
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Guam EPA Administrator Walter S. Leon Guerrero Testifies at Joint Roundtable Hearing to Protect Guam Water

On April 20, 2022, Guam EPA Administrator Walter S. Leon Guerrero participated in a joint roundtable hearing held on protecting Guam’s water by Senator Telena Cruz Nelson.

Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting – April 21, 2022

Board of Directors VIRTUAL REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, April 21, 2022 • 4:00PM Google Meet Platform: meet.google.com/dqq-bekd-evr | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of March 2022 Meeting Minutes; IV. Contrack Watts vs Guam EPA / Case No. 2021-1: For presentation by Administrative Hearing Officer of (1)…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting – March 17, 2022

Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting – March 17, 2022Board of Directors VIRTUAL REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, March 17, 2022 • 4:00PM Google Meet Platform: meet.google.com/ref-zduj-gjr | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of January 2022 MeetingMinutes; IV. Notices of Violation: Primos Heavy Equipment, Samsung E & C America, Inc.,…
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PUBLIC COMMENT & HEARING

GUAM 2022-2023 CLEAN WATER AND SAFE DRINKING WATER CONSTRUCTION GRANT PROJECTS PRIORITY LIST The Clean Water Act (CWA) and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) authorizes the USEPA to provide federal grants to Territories for needed infrastructure improvements to wastewater systems and public water systems. The primary purpose of the Federal grants is to assist the…
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Guam EPA Permit Window at Guam Business License & Permit Center Closed February 22–25, 2022

The Guam EPA permit window at the Guam Business License and Permit Center at the DPW annex in Upper Tumon will be closed through February 25, 2022. Customers seeking a Guam EPA permit representative are advised to visit the Guam EPA administration building in Tiyan. For more information, please contact 671-300-4751/2. We apologize for the…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting – February 17, 2022

Board of Directors VIRTUAL REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, February 17, 2022 • 4:00PM Google Meet Platform: meet.google.com/gzp-zncj-xaj | Live streamed on youtube.com/guamepa AGENDA: I. Call to Order; II. Approval of Agenda; III. Approval of January 2022 Meeting Minutes; IV. Notices of Violation: Primos Heavy Equipment, Samsung E & C America, Inc., JJ Pacific Development, Lin’s…
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Guam EPA Board of Directors Regular Meeting – January 20, 2022

Board of Directors VIRTUAL REGULAR BOARD Meeting: Thursday, January 20, 2022 • 4:00PM AGENDA: Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approval of December 2021 Meeting Minutes IV. Notices of Violation: Primos Heavy Equipment, Samsung, JJ Pacific Dev, Lin’s Hardware, Su & Zheng Corp., Feiyang Construction & Engineering, Piti Failed Septic System, Dusit Thani, Sand Castle,…
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UPDATED AS OF JULY 18, 2024: Requirements for Septic Systems

Please be advised that the Toilet Facilities and Sewage Disposal Chapter codified in 10 GCA Chapter 48 has been amended through the enactment of Guam Public Law 37-105.

On July 18, 2024, Bill 175-37(COR) as substituted and amended on the floor was signed into law as Guam Public Law 37-105 and is effective upon enactment. As a result of this enactment, certain conditional environmental clearances issued by the Guam Environmental Protection Agency for building permits issued by the Department of Public Works have changed and will now be performed in accordance to this new law and its amended provisions.

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OLD Lot Requirements for Septic Tanks & Leaching Fields FAQs

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In Guam, the use of onsite wastewater disposal systems commonly referred to as ”septic systems,” is regulated through a number of laws and regulations. These laws and regulations cover specific requirements for the permitting, design and construction of septic systems in Guam. Guam EPA has developed this FAQ to help you understand the application of various requirements to the design, permitting, and construction of a septic system for a single family dwelling.