Using STA Certified Compost – Program Foundation: Permits
Compost manufacturers participating in the STA Certified Compost program are required to be in compliance with all local, state and national regulations for manufacturing compost.
Composting is a business, and is regulated by both State, Local (county, township, city) officials for many impacts, including environmental impact (leachate, air emissions); neighbor issues (odor, traffic) and operational issues (safety, end product).
STATE: MICHIGAN
Regulatory Agency: Michigan Department of Environmental Quality
State Composting Regulations (PDF): Michigan Regulations
State Regulations (Website): Michigan Regulations
State Law/Legislation Code: Part 115, Solid Waste Management, 1994 PA 451
Permit Requirements: Composting Registration Requirements
Permit Exemptions: Facilities with less than 200 cubic yards and those outlined in article 115, Solid Waste Management, 1994 PA 451
Legislation Last Updated: December 8, 2016
Primary State Contact:
Aaron Hiday
Compost Program Coordinator
PO Box 30241
Lansing, Michigan 48909-7741
(517) 282-7546
hidaya@michigan.gov
Composting Programs: Michigan DEQ Composting
Resources: List of DEQ Registered Composting Facilities
State Chapter or Committee: Michigan Organics Council State Committee Contact: Kerrin O'Brien, kobrien@michiganrecycles.org, http://www.michiganrecycles.org/organics/
Organics disposal banned or separate collection mandatory?
Yard Trimmings Disposal? YES
Food Waste Disposal? NO