North Carolina Tier II reporting: how and where to file

How to file

North Carolina accepts Tier II only through E-Plan; paper is refused.

“A: The state of North Carolina only accepts Tier II reports submitted using E-Plan (erplan.net).” source

“Paper submissions will not be accepted.” source

Fees

E-Plan identifies the substances from their CAS numbers and generates the fee invoice; payment is online only, by card or e-check.

“A: The E-Plan system will automatically identify hazardous substances or extremely hazardous substances based on the supplied CAS number and generate an invoice.” source

“A: All payments must be completed online by Visa, MasterCard, AmericanExpress or electronic check.” source

Who gets the report

Some fire departments and LEPCs still want another format; E-Plan can print the report or export it to Tier2 Submit.

“A: While many fire departments and LEPCs accept E-Plan, there are still some who require other methods of submission.” source

“To help industry submit to LEPCs and fire departments, E-Plan will allow you to print Tier II reports or export them to the EPA's Tier II Submit format.” source

State-specific rule

The one-time section 311 report is due to the SERC within 15 days in North Carolina, not the federal three months.

“Section 311 reports must now be submitted to the SERC in 15 days (reduced from the previous 90-day filing deadline).” source