To assure the applicant's project will comply with state water quality standards and other aquatic resource protection requirements under Ecology's authority. Applies to activities that need a federal permit or license and that might result in discharge of dredge or fill material into water, including wetlands or excavation in water, including wetlands.
30 days prior to submitting certification request, request a pre-filing meeting with Ecology by sending an email request to ecyrefedpermits@ecy.wa.gov. At least 30 days after requesting a pre-filing meeting, applicants may submit a Section 401 Water Quality Certification Request Form along with a Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application (JARPA) to ecyrefedpermits@ecy.wa.gov.
Applicants submit a Section 401 Water Quality Certification Request Form along with a Joint Aquatic Resource Permit Application (JARPA) and any additional information applicable to the project to ecyrefedpermits@ecy.wa.gov
Up to one year.
No fees
Dependent upon the life of the federal permit or license and compliance with condition of the Section 401 certification/order.
To burn baled residue (broken, mildewed, diseased or otherwise pest ridden bales) from 10 acres or less, or a maximum equivalent of 2 tons per acre.
Application submitted to Ecology or Delegated Permitting office, via mail or walk in with payment.
Within seven days (per application as prescribed by WAC 173-430-040).
Any burning of 10 acres or less: $37.50
Valid for six months or less.
To regulate the burning of commercial agricultural fields or portions of fields, and flaming in organic farming.
Submit application to Ecology or Delegated Permitting office via mail or walk in with payment.
Within seven days (per application as prescribed by WAC 173-430-040).
$3.75 per acre - Variable depending on total acres
$37.50 - Minimum fee
Valid for six months or less.
To burn piles of agricultural vegetation on land that is going to stay in agriculture.
Submit application to Ecology or Delegated Permitting office via mail or walk in with payment.
Within seven days (per application as prescribed by WAC 173-430-040).
Variable depending on pile size.
$80 for up to 80 tons and an additional $1.00 per ton. - Minimum
Valid for one year or less.
To regulate burning in areas that are 1/2 acre or less in size, such as; small weed patches, spots of heavy residue, and equipment plugs and dumps up to 10 acres per year.
Submit application to Ecology or Delegated Permitting office via mail or walk in with payment.
Within seven days (per WAC 173-430-040).
$37.50 - For a total of less than 10 acres
Valid for the calendar year in which it is issued.
To regulate major sources of air pollution including emission limits, work practice standards, monitoring, recordkeeping and reporting, to include periodic reports certifying compliance with terms and conditions.
Air operating permit for large sources of air pollution
A business must turn in an air operating permit application 12 months before it has the potential to emit. A complete application is submitted by mail and electronically.
Ecology's goal is to issue a permit within 18 months of receiving a complete application (as per WAC 173-401-700). Complex sources may take more time.
AOP fees are discussed in WAC 173-401-900.
Ecology allocates costs for permit administration, development, and oversight among the sources for whom it acts as permitting authority. Permit fees usually range between $20k - $350k and are based on:
Valid for five years. A renewal application must be submitted within six to 18 months prior to expiration.
Declaring Intent to Install a new source of air pollution or modifying an existing source of air pollution. Applies to a business releasing contaminants to the air from a new or modified source, unless the source has been exempted.
Mail the Notice of Construction application form to Ecology.
Generally, four to six months. Complex projects may take more time.
Initial fee: $350 to $12,614
Fee depends on the complexity of the project and maximum potential amount of air contaminants emitted from project. Hours in excess of initial fee is billed at $119 per hour.
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process.
To develop and maintain a record of industrial air pollution sources. Information is used to evaluate the effectiveness of air pollution control strategies and to verify whether the source is complying with applicable air pollution requirements.
No application form. Sources added by one of the following:
Emission inventory (EI) on next cycle, inspections as EI forms indicate.
2023 fees: $200 to $8,000, majority are $700 to $1,500.
2024 fees: $231 to $9,257, majority are $810 to $1,504.
2025 fees: $241 to $9,627, majority are $842 to $1,564.
2026 and beyond fees: same as 2025 unless the fee schedule is changed.
Valid for the lifetime of the business or industry, but fees are annual.
Coverage under the Aquatic Mosquito Control NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. To regulate mosquito and mosquito larvae control activities in all areas of the state, except tribal and federal lands.
Submit online application form and send in signed paper copy. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA and public notice requirements.
Minimum of 45 days.
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years.
The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. An expired general permit and coverage under the permit continues in force and effect until Ecology issues a new general permit or until Ecology cancels it. Only those permittees that reapply for coverage are covered under the continued permit.
To cover the discharge of products used to control aquatic plants and algae in Washington waters. To allow treatment of nuisance emergent plants along roadsides and ditch banks.
Submit online application form and send in signed paper copy. Applicant must certify that it has met public notice requirements.
Minimum of 45 days.
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years.
The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. An expired general permit and coverage under the permit continues in force and effect until Ecology issues a new general permit or until Ecology cancels it. Only those permittees that reapply for coverage are covered under the continued permit.
This permit authorizes discharges of pressure wash wastewater and industrial stormwater runoff from boatyards to waters of the state.
Submit an online electronic application form. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. As long as a facility submits a renewal application in a timely manner, an expired permit remains in effect until Ecology reissues permit.
This permit is for Land Clearing burning where the land use is being changed.
Submitted to Ecology by mail, fax, or electronically.
Approximately seven days (per application).
No fee
Valid for six months or less.
To ensure that incineration and landfill facilities have an operator with a certificate of competency. A Responsible Operator in Charge must be on-site during all hours of operation. License also ensures that inspectors employed by a public agency are trained in the operation of landfills and incinerators.
To ensure that incineration and landfill facilities have an operator with a certificate of competency. A Responsible Operator in Charge must be on-site during all hours of operation. License also ensures that inspectors employed by a public agency are trained in the operation of landfills and incinerators.
Certification of Inspectors of Solid Waste Incinerators and Landfill Facilities
Certification of Operators of Solid Waste Incinerators and Landfill Facilities
Review and processing time is determined by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) for landfill operator and inspector certifications. Ecology schedules exams for incinerator operators and inspectors upon request.
Landfill operator and inspector exam and certification are provided. Fees are set by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA). Contact SWANA for current landfill operator and inspector fees. Incinerator operator and inspector certification fees are as follows:
$50 - Incinerator operator certification application
$200 - Incinerator operator certification and recertification
$50 - Incinerator inspector certification application
$0 - Incinerator inspector certification and recertification
$160 - Textbook
Certification must be renewed every three years.
To provide sediment and erosion control inspection continuity. CSWGP requires trained CESCL on sites 1-acre or more to conduct sediment and erosion control inspections.
See Certified Erosion & Sediment Control Lead to find training and certification programs.
None.
No fees; however, certification is only available from approved vendors and the CESCL must be renewed every three years.
Valid for three years. Renewal can be done by a one-day refresher course.
To conduct proof examinations (by non-Ecology staff) to support Ecology decision making on issuing water right certificates.
Submit your completed application and evidence of your qualifications to the CWRE Coordinator by mail, fax, or email to:
Department of Ecology CWRE Coordinator
WR Program
PO Box 47600
Olympia WA 98504-7600
Fax: 360-407-7162
Frequently Asked Questions on Certified Water Right Examiners
Certified water right examiner certification
Varies depending on applicant submittal of required information and applicant scheduling and passage of required exam.
$200 - Initial certification fee
$300 - Certification test
Note: Should an applicant fail, they must pay $300 each time to retake the test. Applicants must also show proof of financial responsibility through insurance, bond, etc.)
Annual renewal fee: $100 (CWRE's must also meet continuing education requirements.)
Annual renewal to maintain your certification. To renew, applicants must:
To change the place of use, point of diversion or withdrawal, add additional points of diversions or withdrawals, or change the purpose of use of an existing water right. A change of an existing water right (purpose, place of use, point of diversion or withdrawal), regardless of business activity.
Send the application, fee, and supporting documentation to:
Department of Ecology Cashiering Unit
PO Box 47611
Olympia WA 98504-7611
Varies depending on project complexity and order received (as noted in WAC 173-152-030).
$50 - Minimum application
50 cents (per one hundredth cfs of water) - Change, transfer, or amend an existing water-right certificate, permit, or claim
$1 (for each acre foot of water) - Change a storage-water right
12,500 - Maximum fee for changing an existing water right or water-storage project
Water Rights are property rights issued in perpetuity, subject to requirements of diligence and beneficial use.
To control and prevent the pollution of waters of the state, including wetlands.
Applicants submit their request for an Administrative Order and supporting information electronically to Ecology at: ecyrefedpermits@ecy.wa.gov. Details available at State wetland regulations.
Applicants submit a Joint Aquatic Resource Permits Application (JARPA), along with any additional information applicable to the project (e.g., mitigation plan, restoration plans, etc.). Applicant should check the Non-Federally Regulated Waters box in Section 10b of the JARPA.
Typically 3 months, but for complex projects, up to 1 year.
No fees
Valid for life of project
Protection of the State's Coastal Resources. Applies to projects requiring a federal license or permit, Federal Agency Activity, or Federal Assistance Programs (funding) proposed within any of Washington's 15 coastal counties.
Submit CZM request form to fedconsistency@ecy.wa.gov.
Up to six months.
No fee
Valid for life of project, unless the project foot print changes.
To regulate discharge by concentrated animal feeding operations to waters of the state.
Submit signed form (electronic or paper) to Ecology. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
Minimum of 45 days, except for existing facilities which may have a shorter period due to no public notice requirement (WAC 173-226-130(5) applies to new operations).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. An expired general permit and coverage under the permit continues in force and effect until Ecology issues a new general permit or until Ecology cancels it. Only those permittees that reapply for coverage are covered under the continued permit.
This exemption from the Industrial Stormwater General Permit is available to facilities with all industrial materials and activities protected from contact with precipitation.
Submit online application form.
90 days (per Ecology website).
None
Valid for five years.
To install and maintain erosion and sediment control measures to prevent stormwater from washing soil, nutrients, chemicals and other harmful pollutants into local water bodies.
Submit electronic application form.
60 days (per ORA website as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Site coverage under this permit is effective until coverage is revoked or terminated. Permittee must apply for permit renewal at least 180 days prior to the expiration date of the Construction Stormwater General Permit.
To monitor pollutants discharge of every new or existing fresh fruit packing facility which receives, packs, stores, and/or ships either hard or soft fruit and discharges wastewater, including non-contact cooling water.
Submit signed form (electronic or paper) to Ecology. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (per ORIA website as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years.
The permit authorizes industrial stormwater discharges to waters of the state.
Submit online application form or signed paper form. For new facilities, applicant must certify that it has met SEPA and public notice requirements.
60 days (as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. As long as a facility submits a renewal application in a timely manner, an expired permit remains in effect until Ecology reissues permit.
To control weeds and algae in Washington irrigation canals.
Submit signed form (paper) to Ecology. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
Minimum of 45 days.
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit.
This permit authorizes discharges of treated filter backwash effluent to surface waters of the state.
Submit an online electronic application form to Ecology. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. As long as a facility submits a renewal application in a timely manner, an expired permit remains in effect until Ecology reissues permit.
To control the discharge of pollutants from fixed site sand and gravel mining operations, and related facilities into state waters.
Submit electronic form to Ecology. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (per ORIA website as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit.
To control the discharge of pollutants from portable sand and gravel mining operations and related facilities into state waters.
Submit electronic form to Ecology. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (per ORIA website as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit.
To prevent the discharge of pollutants resulting from the deconstruction of vessels over water.
Submit signed paper form, Solid Waste Disposal Plan, Deconstruction Site Management Plan, and verification of Hazardous Materials Testing. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until expiration date, a maximum of five years. New application documents are required for each vessel deconstructed.
To establish wastewater management practices for wineries to prevent pollution and protect Washington waters.
Submit an online electronic application form. Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
Minimum of 45 days.
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years. The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. An expired general permit and coverage under the permit continues in force and effect until Ecology issues a new general permit or until Ecology cancels it. Only those permittees that reapply for coverage are covered under the continued permit.
To regulate construction, modification, or repairing of any dam or controlling works for storage of 10 or more acre-feet of water, liquid waste, or mine tailings. A business constructing, modifying, or repairing any dam or controlling works for storage of 10 or more acre-feet of water, waste, or mine tailings.
Send the application, fee, and supporting engineering documentation to:
The Department of Ecology Cashiering Unit
PO Box 47611
Olympia WA 98504-7611
90 days (as noted on the ORIA website)
Minimum fee: $1,977 minimum (may be different as cited in Table of Construction Permit Fees for New Projects or as adjusted for modifications in WAC 173-175-370).
None - Modification permit required for structural improvements
Part A: To apply for a new TSD facility, an application for a final status, or for a TSD permit renewal.
For new sites (and final status): Applicant submits the Notice of Intent (NOI) to apply for a RCRA Part B permit with a Demonstration of Compliance with Siting Criterial. Applicants then submit a permit application following the guidelines in Ecology publication 95-402.
The Part A application review can be conducted within 60 to 90 days prior to review of the Part B permit application.
No fees
The Part A application is valid for 10 years and can be renewed.
During renewal, the Part A and Part B applications are evaluated at the same time.
Part B: To specify how dangerous waste must be managed at a particular facility. To protect human health and the environment. To ensure the facility knows what is required to be in compliance with the dangerous waste regulations.
If applicable, the Part B application is submitted to the agency for technical review at least 150 days after submitting the Notice of Intent. The application should follow the guidelines in Ecology publication 95-402.
Depending on the project, but it can take 24 to 36 months to review the Part B application.
None
The Part B application is valid for 10 years and can be renewed. During renewal, the Part A and Part B applications are evaluated at the same time. The time period for processing renewals is dependent on the complexity of the modification or renewal, resources available, working with other state and local government agencies, and unanticipated delays from the facility. Not identified on Agency website or application; Typically ranges 12 to 24 months for a permit renewal.
Applicable to laboratories that submit analytical data from the analysis of environmental or drinking water samples to Ecology, the Department of Health, or other entities.
Laboratories wanting accreditation can visit Ecology's website, then contact program administrative staff for access to an online application.
Depends on the completeness of the lab's submission, complexity of the procedures and availability of Lab Accreditation Unit staff (per ORA website).
Varies, generally ranges from $300 to $35,000 annually, depending on scope of accreditation.
Valid for one year.
This permit enables agencies located within Urban Growth Areas (UGAs) or within city limits of cities with a population of 10,000 or more to apply to conduct burning for structural fire training.
Submit application to the Department of Ecology by mail, fax, or electronically.
Approximately seven days (per application).
No fee
Valid for six months or less/
To regulate asphalt plants that operate in counties regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$1,093 - Application fee if SEPA review is complete
$1,450 - Application fee if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process. Notification is required for moving portable equipment to new locations.
To regulate auto body shops located in counties regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$625 - Application fee if SEPA review is complete
$981 - Application fee if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process.
To regulate concrete batch plants located in counties regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$625 - Application fee if SEPA review is complete
$981 - Application fee if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process. Notification is required for moving portable equipment to new locations.
To regulate dairy manure anaerobic digesters that operate in counties or industrial facilities regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$1,093 - Application fee if SEPA review is complete
$1,450 - Application fee if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process.
To regulate dry cleaning businesses that use less than 2,100 gallons per year of perchloroethylene, and operate in counties that are regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$625 - Application if SEPA review is complete
$981 - Application if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process.
To regulate small boilers using natural gas, propane, or diesel fuel that operate in counties regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$625 - Application fee if SEPA review is complete
$981 - Application fee if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process.
To regulate stationary and portable rock crushers that operate in counties or industrial facilities regulated by Ecology's Air Quality Program.
The General Order application form is submitted by mail to Ecology.
31 days if the application is determined to be complete (per WAC 173-400-560).
$500 - Application if SEPA review is complete
$785 - Application if SEPA review is required
Good for the lifetime of the business or industrial facility as long as no changes are made to the permitted equipment/process. Notification is required for moving portable equipment to new locations.
Requires certain facilities and transportation fuel suppliers to report their greenhouse gas emissions annually to Ecology if exceeding the emissions threshold.
New reporters submit a registration form. They update the form as needed if the information changes.
One to three business days
RY 2019 Paid in 2020:
$2,635 per year - Facilities
$0 per year - Suppliers
Registration is valid until they notify Ecology they are leaving the program. Updates are on an as needed basis. Reports are annual.
To provide coverage under an individual permit for the discharge of pollutants, wastes and other materials to state waters.
Submit signed form (electronic or paper). Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities).
180 days (as noted in WAC 173-220-040).
First time applicants pay a non-refundable application fee, regardless of whether the permit is eventually issued. Application fees and annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every 2 years).
Valid until expiration date. As long as a facility submits a renewal application in a timely manner, the existing permit remains in effect until Ecology reissues permit.
This permit is for situations where burning does not fit into the categories of agricultural or land clearing.
Submitted to Ecology by mail, fax, or electronically.
Approximately seven days (per application).
No fee
Valid for six months or less.
To regulate the burning of flood and storm debris in areas where burning is not generally allowed (for example, urban growth areas). Any business planning to burn natural vegetation that is directly related to a declared storm or flood. The declaration is issued by a government entity.
Submitted to Ecology by mail, fax, or electronically.
Approximately seven days (per application).
None
Valid for six months or less.
To allow construction of a barrier across a stream, channel, or water course that will retain a portion of the runoff for a beneficial use.
The application, fee, and supporting engineering documentation should be sent to:
The Department of Ecology Cashiering Unit
PO Box 47611
Olympia WA 98504-7611
Varies depending on project complexity (as noted on ORIA website).
Statutory examination fee: $50.00
This fee must accompany all applications for a reservoir permit. This basic fee applies to applications involving the storage of up to 1,000 acre-feet of water.
For larger impoundments, additional examination fees are required and will be requested.
Reservoir Permits are issued for the life of the project, subject to extensions during the construction phase.
To regulate construction and major modification of air emission major stationary source, except for projects under jurisdiction of the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (EFSEC).
Applicants need to provide Ecology with relevant materials consistent with PSD regulations 40CFR 52.21 and the applicable sections of WAC 173-400-700s (720, 730, 740, etc.). A pre-application meeting can be requested if assistance is needed. Ecology recommends the applicant schedules a pre-application meeting.
There is not a specific comprehensive application form for this permit because of the wide range of PSD project types. Another application that a facility may submit to Ecology requests Ecology to determine if PSD applies. This applicability determination application, as well as other PSD information is available on Ecology's PSD webpage.
The PSD permitting process begins with a 30-day application completeness determination. Once the application is complete, the permit and technical support document (TSD) is drafted. A pubic notice announces the 30-day public comment period for the draft permit. The amount of time to get a complete application, draft a permit and TSD, go through public notice, respond to comments received, and address any modifications to the permit may take one year. A very complex project may take up to two years.
None. The PSD permit does not expire unless cancelled by applicant, unless construction does not commence within 18 months of the effective date of the permit, if construction is discontinued for a period of 18 months or more, or if construction is not completed within a reasonable time as determined by Ecology. Ecology may extend the 18-month expiration period if justified by the applicant.
To assure that the wastewater is "adequately and reliably treated" so that, as a result of the treatment, the effluent is no longer considered a wastewater under state law.
Submit signed form (electronic). Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities).
60 days (as noted in WAC 173-216-070).
First time applicants pay a non-refundable application fee, regardless of whether the permit is eventually issued. Application fees and annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until expiration date. As long as a facility submits a renewal application in a timely manner, the existing permit remains in effect until Ecology reissues permit.
Establishes operating requirements for special incinerator ash disposal facilities.
Submit two copies of the permit application to Ecology.
No specific form is required. Application must contain required information. Please see WAC 173-306.
Ecology will approve, deny, or conditionally approve permit applications within 60 days.
No fee
Every five years.
The Statewide General Permit for Biosolids Management is the main document that guides Ecology's implementation of Washington’s biosolids rules (Chapter 173-308 WAC) for wastewater treatment plants and other facilities that manage biosolids. We can modify coverage for individual facilities to establish site specific requirements for the proper management of biosolids.
To ensure facilities receive coverage under the general permit, they must submit a complete permit application by the applicable due date. Existing facilities must also submit a Notice of Intent by the applicable due date as well.
Permit processing time varies depending on the complexity of the facility and completeness of application. Active management facilities obtain provisional approval of coverage with a complete permit application, and may operate prior to final approval by Ecology. Baseline facilities receive final coverage automatically on the date a new permit is effective. This application and permit process has been targeted for improvement by Ecology.
New permit application review fee (one-time): $3,203.67
Annual fee is $1,067.89 plus an additional fee ranging between $0.095 and $0.38 per residential equivalent (RE) value determined for each facility subject to the program.
There are caps in place for some types of facilities.
Hardship-based fee reductions are available.
The Statewide General Permit for Biosolids Management is reissued every five years.
To allow a business to transport recyclable materials.
Fill out the registration form on Ecology's website and submit to Ecology.
No processing time.
None
One time only.
To protect ground water quality by regulating discharges from Underground Injection Control (UIC) wells.
Complete registration using Ecology's UIC Web registration. Paper copies available if internet access is not. UIC coordinator reviews registration. If rule is met, they send out a rule authorization letter or email.
Within 60 days (WAC 173-218).
None
Good for the life of the UIC well unless the use of the well or discharge type has changed.
To demonstrate compliance with the requirements and give notice that the annual tank fees have been remitted.
Apply online using the Business License Application and UST Addendum or mail hard copies to Department of Revenue.
Approximately two weeks
$216.09 - Per tank
Every year
The license is available through Business Licensing Service.
To control the discharge of pollutants from upland hatcheries into state waters.
Submit signed form (electronic or paper). Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities) and public notice requirements.
60 days (as noted in WAC 173-226-200).
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every five years).
Valid until expiration date, a maximum of five years.
To authorize a business to collect used vehicle batteries.
There is currently no application. Ecology plans to revise the rules for this license.
No fee
To regulate the quantity and concentration of pollutants to Washington's municipal waters from non-domestic sources outside the service areas of municipalities delegated authority to implement this permit program under RCW 90.48.165.
Submit signed form (electronic or paper) to Ecology.
Applicant must ensure Section J is signed by an official of the local sewer utility and treatment works.
Note: Sometimes persons completing this application get stuck because they don’t know if they discharge to a publicly owned treatment works (POTW) which has been delegated the authority to issue pretreatment permits. In such cases they may do one of the following:
If applying, also contact your Ecology regional office.
60 days (per ORA website as noted in WAC 173-216-070).
First time applicants pay a non-refundable application fee, regardless of whether the permit is eventually issued. Application fees and annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years.
Reapplication is due when specified in the permit, or for temporary permits, at least 60 days prior to when the term of a temporary permit would be five years per RCW 90.48.190.
To allow any business to transport tires that are no longer usable.
Submit the license application to DOR with the fees. Then, send $10,000 bond to Ecology.
Depends on the applicant but it can be less than two weeks after application. Getting the bond paperwork to Ecology can sometimes cause delay.
$200 - Per location Waste Tire Carrier license fee.
$50 - Per transport vehicle.
A bond is required in the amount of $10,000.
Every year
The license is available through Business Licensing Service.
To allow any business to store more than 800 passenger waste tires or 8 tons of waste tires if each individual tire weighs less than 500 pounds. To allow any business to store more than 20 tons of heavy equipment waste tires if each individual tire weighs 500 pounds or more. For the purpose of this license, waste tires are tires not suitable for their original intended purpose due to wear, damage or defect. This license may not be required if the solid waste handling permit issued by the local jurisdiction meets the substantive requirement of WAC 173-350-350.
This requires a WAC 173-350 permit from a local health department if the number of waste tires exceeds 800 tires (or 8 tons). The application and permit fees will vary by health department.
Apply online using the Business License Application or mail hard copies to Department of Revenue.
It depends on the completeness of the application filed at the local health department, and if there are other local permit requirements. Local health departments have 45 days to review a received application and Ecology has 45 days to review and comment once received. So, 90 or less days could be the shortest amount of time.
$250 - Waste Tire Storage Site Owner License Fee
Local health department fees vary. A bond is required set at the cost of a third party to haul of the maximum amount of tires permitted to be stored at the facility.
Every year
The license is available through Business Licensing Service.
To regulate the quantity and concentration of pollutants to Washington's ground waters.
Submit signed form (electronic or paper). Applicant must certify that it has met SEPA (new facilities).
60 days (per ORIA website as noted in WAC 173-216-070).
First time applicants pay a non-refundable application fee, regardless of whether the permit is eventually issued. Application fees and annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until expiration date, a maximum of five years.
To ensure operators have the knowledge and experience to operator a wastewater treatment plant.
Submit completed application and fee to Ecology's fiscal office.
No average. Certification is issued when applicant passes the exam.
Annual Certification Fees are described in WAC 173-230 (amended every two years).
Every year by Dec. 31.
To legally authorize use of a defined quantity of public water for a designated purpose. Any commercial or industrial use in excess of 5,000 gallons per day groundwater; any quantity surface water
Send the application, fee, and supporting documentation to:
The Department of Ecology Cashiering Unit
PO Box 47611
Olympia WA 98504-7611
Varies depending on project complexity and order received (as noted in WAC 173-152-030).
Minimum: $50
Cubic foot per second (cfs): $1/.01
Per acre-foot of storage for new water-storage projects: $2
Maximum fee to appropriate or store water: $25,000
Water Rights are property rights issued in perpetuity, subject to requirements of diligence and beneficial use.
To cover the discharge of products used to control aquatic plants and algae in Washington waters. To allow treatment of nuisance emergent plants along roadsides and ditch banks.
Submit online application form and send in signed paper copy. Applicant must certify that it has met public notice requirements.
Minimum of 45 days.
Annual Discharge Permit Fees are identified in WAC 173-224 (amended every two years).
Valid until the expiration date, a maximum of five years.
The permittee must reapply for coverage under this general permit at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to the specified expiration date of this general permit. An expired general permit and coverage under the permit continues in force and effect until Ecology issues a new general permit or until Ecology cancels it. Only those permittees that reapply for coverage are covered under the continued permit.
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