Are odors an air pollution problem?
Odors are a concern for residents and a frequent source of citizen complaints to the Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency (Spokane Clean Air). Odors come from a variety of operations, such as animal rendering, asphalt plants, spray paint operations, wastewater treatment plants, coffee roasting, just to name a few. Odor is a sensitive topic because each person perceives odors differently. What smells bad to one person may not offend another. Individual sensitivities and reactions to odors are influenced by personal preferences, opinions, experiences, and the varying senses of our olfactory systems. Q: How are odors regulated? A: Spokane Clean Air is responsible for enforcing Washington’s odor regulation, which states “Any person who shall cause or allow the generation of any odor from any source which may unreasonably interfere with any other property owner’s use and enjoyment of his/her property must use recognized good practices and procedures to reduce these odors to a minimum.” The int
