Air Plan Approval; Arizona; Maricopa County Air Quality Department; Volatile Organic Compounds; Architectural Coatings
Summary
The EPA is proposing new rules for Maricopa County, Arizona that would limit the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in architectural coatings like paint and varnish. These chemicals contribute to smog and air pollution, so stricter limits on paints used in construction and building projects could help improve local air quality.
Key Points
- 1The rule targets architectural coatings (paints, stains, varnishes) used in construction and building maintenance in Maricopa County
- 2VOCs in these coatings evaporate into the air and create smog, which harms air quality and public health
- 3Paint manufacturers and contractors in the Phoenix area would need to use lower-VOC products to comply with the new limits
- 4The public has until October 15, 2025 to submit comments on this proposed regulation
- 5This is a proposed rule, so the final version may change based on public feedback before it takes effect
Key Dates
September 11, 2025
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