Community involvement and public participation are an essential part of EGLE’s mission, vision, and values.
SARA Title III establishes requirements regarding emergency planning and "Community Right-to-Know" reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals for federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as regulated facilities.
Tracking and understanding all of the state and federal environmental regulations affecting local governments can be a daunting task. We provide simple explanations and helpful resources for the regulatory programs that apply to local government operations and access to funding resources that promote sustainability on this page.
Resources and information on utilizing RRD's data exchange and the Inventory of Facilities.
An interactive map displaying contaminated sites throughout Michigan regulated under Parts 213, 201, and 211.
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Water Well Viewer (WWV), is an interactive mapping system that displays water wells along with other information, such as wellhead protection areas, underground storage tanks, and sites of environmental contamination. Water well locations have been identified by address matching, the use of global positioning systems (GPS), and by legal descriptions.
This system allows water well drilling and pump installation contractors to submit water well records.
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Anyone wishing to formally serve legal documents upon the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), or its officers or employees, may do so by the following methods.
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Local governments play a vital role in protecting community health and environmental quality, and a wide range of resources is available to help them address air quality challenges. These include guidance documents, data tools, and technical assistance programs that support planning, monitoring, and community engagement. Agencies often provide access to air monitoring data, emissions inventories, and modeling tools that help officials understand current conditions and anticipate potential issues.
In addition to technical tools, many federal and state programs offer grants for air monitoring equipment, pollution‑reduction projects, and community outreach initiatives. Training materials and best‑practice guides can also help local governments develop ordinances, advance clean transportation projects, and support industrial compliance. By leveraging these resources, communities can strengthen their capacity to address air quality concerns and implement strategies that promote long‑term environmental health.
Plain language explanations of the most common topics local governments need support with.
Local air monitoring programs are a cornerstone of effective air quality management, involving long-term measurement of pollutants like ozone, particulate matter, and air toxics to assess ambient conditions where people live, work, and play.
In Michigan, for example, EGLE operates over 100 monitors across 40+ locations as part of its State Implementation Plan, providing data to ensure compliance with national standards, identify pollution trends, support forecasting, and evaluate community exposure through the MiAir dashboard.
These monitoring efforts adhere to strict EPA guidelines (including 40 CFR Part 58) and feed into national databases like the Air Quality System, informing public advisories, policy development, and environmental research.
Air quality permits outline the emission limits and operating requirements that facilities must follow to protect public health and comply with state and federal air standards.
In Michigan, these permits—processed through EGLE’s MiEnviro Portal—ensure new and existing sources meet regulatory expectations while providing opportunities for public review and transparency.
The purpose of the monitors it to measure pollutant concentrations in the outdoor (ambient) air. Ambient air is the air that the public breathes where we live, work, and play. The purpose of the network is to measure air pollutants over long periods to:
This network consists of meteorological, gaseous, particle and air toxics monitors mandated by the USEPA in 40 CFR, Part 58 as part of the Michigan State Implementation Plan (SIP). The network is not intended to tell us where pollutants come from or to be used as a tool to regulate a specific company or industry type.
What air monitoring is EGLE doing near me? Check out our interactive Air Monitoring Sites web map to find out more.
All fire suppression training must conform to the guidelines established by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standard on Live Fire Training Evolutions (NFPA 1403). NFPA 1403 provides guidelines for preparing a structure for a live fire training, choosing the proper fuel materials, and instructor qualifications. You can access this standard and the NFPA home page. For questions about compliance with NFPA 1403, contact the Bureau of Fire Services at 517-241-8847or Michigan.gov/bfs (click on “Fire Fighter Training Division”)
You must notify the EGLE Asbestos Program of asbestos removal and the intentional burn by completing and submitting the “Notice of Intent to Renovate/Demolish” form at least 10 working days prior to either activity. Please submit electronically through MiEnviro Portal.
For more information see our Fire Suppression Training Guidance
EGLE does not have any authority to regulate wildfires in Canada. Several other agencies work with Canada on wildfires. These include:
The demolition contractor is required to use appropriate dust control techniques during demolitions. Complaints about dust that crosses beyond property lines can be filed by anyone in the community. Complaints are investigated by EGLE staff.
MIOSHA also has rules to help prevent dust exposure to workers, which can also help prevent possible exposure to the community.
