Grants for Host Municipality Inspectors
The Grants for Host Municipality Inspectors program funds certified inspectors to monitor waste and hazardous facilities in Pennsylvania, supporting local environmental oversight and compliance.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates: Rolling
Funding Amounts: Reimbursement of approved costs for employing certified inspectors; amount varies by municipality and eligible expenses.
Summary: Reimburses Pennsylvania municipalities for costs related to hiring certified inspectors to oversee waste and hazardous facilities, supporting local environmental oversight.
Description
The Grants for Host Municipality Inspectors program, administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), provides reimbursement to eligible Pennsylvania municipalities for approved costs associated with employing certified Host Municipality Inspectors. These inspectors are responsible for monitoring municipal waste landfills, resource recovery (waste-to-energy) facilities, and commercial hazardous waste treatment, storage, and disposal sites. The program aims to support local governments in maintaining environmental oversight, regulatory compliance, and public health standards by funding the employment of trained inspectors.
