CT Emissions Program - What If I Fail The Test

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Waiver Eligibility

Waiver Eligibility

There are three types of emissions waivers.

Cost - To qualify for a cost waiver, you must spend at least $660 on emission-related repairs performed by a Certified Emissions Repair Technician. This figure is linked to the consumer price index and could change annually. The minimum repair cost is for actual repairs made to the vehicle by a certified emission repair technician, after available emissions-related warranty coverage or written denial of such warranty coverage by the vehicle manufacturer. You must have a receipt for the repairs from a Certified Emissions Repair Technician. A written estimate of costs is not sufficient.
Economic Hardship
- You must submit documentation to the DMV stating that your annual income is at or below state and federal poverty level guidelines.
- Asset status - You must attest that you have no other assets you could use to pay for the necessary repairs. All information shall remain confidential.
- After having received an economic hardship waiver, a vehicle must pass its next scheduled test before becoming eligible for another such waiver.
Functional Diagnosis - You may apply for a diagnostic waiver if diagnosis fails to reveal any problem or there is no evidence to suggest emissions repairs are needed. Your vehicle will then require a functional diagnosis and inspection performed by DMV personnel. You may be granted this type of waiver if the DMV inspector validates that no additional repairs are required.