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We oversee many state and federal laws designed to protect Washington's land, air, and water. See our laws, rules, & rulemaking page for more information about our current rules and rulemaking.

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Regulations & Permits

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We oversee many state and federal laws designed to protect Washington's land, air, and water. See our laws, rules, & rulemaking page for more information about our current rules and rulemaking.

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Information for air monitoring professionals
Standard procedures, quality assurance, and monitoring guidance for air monitoring professionals.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Information-for-air-monitoring-professionals
Aquatic weed control technical assistance
We provide advice on identifying, monitoring, and managing invasive freshwater aquatic plants.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Aquatic-weed-control-technical-assistance
Best Achievable Protection for spill response
Best Achievable Protection (BAP) is training, operations, and technologies for successful responses.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Plans-policies/Contingency-planning-for-oil-industry/Best-Achievable-Protection
Better Brakes Law: Guidance for manufacturers
Guidance for manufacturers on Washington's Better Brakes regulations.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Better-Brakes-guidance
Dam construction & modification guidance
We provide guidance and technical notes for dam construction and modification.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Dam-construction-modification-guidance
Dam operation & maintenance guidance
We provide guidance to assist dam owners with operations and maintenance.
https://ecology.wa.gov/programs/wr/dams/GuidanceDocs.html
Dangerous waste guidance
Businesses in Washington that generate dangerous waste must follow the Dangerous Waste Regulations.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Dangerous-waste-guidance
E-Cycle WA guidance and reports
This page includes E-Cycle WA frequently asked questions and annual reports.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Electronics-Ecycle-guidance-and-reports
Buying green — sustainable purchasing
Guidance for state agencies, local governments, and businesses on how to buy green products.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Green-purchasing
Frequently flooded areas: Critical Areas Ordinance
Frequently flooded areas are covered by Critical Areas Ordinances promoting safety from floods.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Guidance-for-floodplains-Critical-Areas-Ordinanc
Cannabis licensing and the environment
Environmental permits may be required for cannabis growers and processors.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Guidance-for-cannabis-businesses
Online cleanup guide for homeowners and small businesses
An online cleanup guide for homes and small business properties that might be contaminated.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Guidance-for-residential-cleanups
Metering technical information
Find out about meter types, technical requirements, vendors, and installers.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Metering
Oil spill drills
We require oil spill drills to test and improve industry contingency plans.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Plans-policies/Contingency-planning-for-oil-industry/Oil-spill-drills
Learning from incidents and spills
We learn from incidents and spills through investigations and share what we learn with others.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Learning-from-incidents-and-spills
EPA guidance on managing moderate risk waste
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulatory guidance on common moderate risk waste topics.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Managing-moderate-risk-waste-guidance
Primary response contractors for spill cleanup
We approve primary response contractors to allow them to be cited in industry oil plans.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Plans-policies/Contingency-planning-for-oil-industry/Primary-response-contractors
Bunkering requirements for ships
Learn about best practices and rules that promote safe, spill-free fuel loading in Washington waters.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Requirements-for-bunkering
Shoreline Master Programs Handbook
The Handbook helps local governments update their shoreline master programs.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Shoreline-Master-Plan-handbook
Stormwater permittee guidance & resources
Resources for general permit application, reporting on monitoring, and technical requirements.
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Stormwater-permittee-guidance-resources
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