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P-21 Vehicle Idling Restriction Ordinance
Reducing emissions from diesel engines is one of the most important air quality challenges facing the country. Even with EPA’s more stringent heavy-duty highway and non-road engine standards set to take effect over the next decade, millions of diesel engines already in use will continue to emit large amounts of nitrogen oxides, particulate matter and air toxics, which contribute to serious public health problems. The Maricopa County Air Quality Department is dedicated to achieving emission reductions from diesel sources.
1) P-21 Maricopa County Vehicle Idling Restriction Ordinance On June 26, 2002, Maricopa County adopted an ordinance restricting idling of heavy-duty diesel vehicles. The purpose of this ordinance is to protect public health and the environment by reducing emissions of toxics and criteria pollutants while also conserving fuel. These vehicles are required to limit idling to no longer than five minutes under most circumstances. For more information on this idling ordinance, please visit the following website: links directly to the Maricopa County ordinance: http://www.maricopa.gov/aq/divisions/planning_analysis/rules/docs/fin-VIRO.pdf
2) Who is affected by the Maricopa County Ordinance?
Operators of a diesel-fueled commercial motor vehicle that weighs more than 14,000 pounds operating in Maricopa County, regardless of where the vehicle is registered. It applies to vehicles designed to operate on public highways and powered by a diesel engine.
3) What are the penalties for non-compliance of the County Ordinance?
The driver of the vehicle who violates this ordinance is subject to a minimum civil penalty of $100 for the first violation and $300 for a second or any subsequent violation.
4) Where does this Ordinance Apply?
The Maricopa County Vehicle Idling Restriction Ordinance applies to vehicles idling within any area of the county that contains portions of Area A.
Area Map
5) Are there exceptions ?
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Emergency vehicles Traffic conditions Need for driver to sleep in vehicle Necessary for equipment use (refrigeration/ heating) providing a mechanical extension to perform work functions.
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6) What Can I Do About Idling Emissions?
File a Complaint
You may use any of the following options to report a suspected idling violation:
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