Solid and Hazardous Waste
We assist clients with the preparation of applications to obtain permits for new or modified solid waste landfills and transfer stations, composting facilities, and construction and demolition debris landfills and have defended appeals opposing such permits. We also help negotiate and enforce host-community agreements and have negotiated with citizen groups on behalf of our landfill clients. Our attorneys also regularly advise hazardous waste generators on waste classification issues and disposal options and we regularly assist our clients with RCRA closure and corrective action obligations. We assist operators of solid waste facilities with interpretation of applicable siting and operation regulations.
Our engagements in this area include the following matters:
- Representing a client in obtaining a license for construction of a new construction and demolition debris facility
- Representing a client in solid waste disposal enforcement action involving third party recipients of sawdust wastes
- Defending a large chemical manufacturer against claims of hazardous material transportation liability related to a leaking rail car
- Regularly assist in the transfer of solid and hazardous waste permits
Practice Contact
Kristin L. Watt
614.464.8398
klwatt@vorys.com
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