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Federal Register · September 5, 2025
The title they went with Revisions to the Clean Air Act Operating Permit Program; California; San Diego County Air Pollution Control District Noisy translates that to

San Diego County can now issue air pollution permits without federal review

What happened
US environmental regulators have approved changes to how San Diego County issues air pollution permits. The county can now approve permits for industrial facilities without getting federal approval first.
Why it matters
This change means San Diego County can process air pollution permits faster. It removes a layer of federal oversight that used to slow down the permitting process for local industries. This could make it easier and quicker for businesses to operate or expand in the county.
The signal
Watch whether the average time for permit approval in San Diego County decreases over the next year, compared to previous years or other California counties.
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