Regulations & Permits

Use this portal to filter and search for all of our regulatory information.

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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Automotive recyclers

Auto recyclers deal with toxic materials. Learn best practices and ways to manage these materials.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/dangerous-waste-guidance/common-dangerous-waste/auto-recyclers

Cleaners

Learn how your business can properly dispose of cleaners and choose safer products.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/dangerous-waste-guidance/common-dangerous-waste/cleaners

Chapter 173-333 WAC

This is the rulemaking page for Chapter 173-333 WAC, Chemical Action Plans.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-333-oct15

Chapter 173-339 WAC – Cosmetic Products Restrictions (Lead in Cosmetics)

This is the rulemaking page for Chapter 137-339 WAC (Lead in Cosmetics).

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/rulemaking/wac-173-339-lead-in-cosmetics

Douglas County solid waste service level ordinance

A sample ordinance from Douglas County outlining minimum service levels for solid waste.

https://ecology.wa.gov/douglas-county-solid-waste-service-level-ordinance

Certificate of compliance: PFAS in food packaging 2024

This is the certificate of compliance for food packaging manufacturers for items regulated as of May 2024.

https://ecology.wa.gov/certificate-of-compliance-2024

Certificate of compliance 2023

Manufacturers that produce food packaging sold in Washington must fill out a Certificate of Compliance to show they meet the PFAS in food packaging rules

https://ecology.wa.gov/certificate-of-compliance-2023

SEPA determination of nonsignificance

This document is a determination of nonsignificance (DNS) in which Ecology has determined the proposed biosolids general permit will not have a probable significant adverse impact on the environment.

https://ecology.wa.gov/sepa-determination-of-nonsignificance-26201b433614b0478c7dbc8114f0a4ba

SPWA Sept 25 webinar materials

This is the PowerPoint presentation for the webinar conducted on Sept. 25, 2024 for WAC 173-339.

https://ecology.wa.gov/sept-25-webinar-materials

E-Cycle Washington - registered participants

View the list of registered manufacturers, collectors, transporters or processors in the E-Cycle Washington electronic products recycling program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/e-cycle-washington-registered-participants

Publication index: Mercury information

List of links to documents related to mercury.

https://ecology.wa.gov/mercury

Publication index: Per- and Poly-fluorinated Alkyl Substances (PFAS)

List of links to documents and posters about PFAS

https://ecology.wa.gov/per-and-poly-fluorinated-alkyl-substances-pfas

Publication index: Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

List of links to documents and posters about polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)

https://ecology.wa.gov/polychlorinated-biphenyls-pcbs

Children's Safe Products Act reporting

Learn more about how to submit reports under Washington's Children's Safe Products Act (CSPA).

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/childrens-safe-products-act-reporting

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

Pollution prevention services for businesses

Pollution prevention resources and technical assistance for businesses in Washington.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/pollution-prevention-services

Safer alternatives to toxic chemicals

We provide tools, training, and other resources to help you find alternatives to toxic chemicals.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/safer-alternatives

Terrestrial Ecological Evaluations

Terrestrial Ecological Evaluations (TEEs) identify and protect native plants and animals at sites.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/terrestrial-ecological-evaluation

Rules for used oil generators

Follow these rules if you are a used oil generator.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/used-oil-generators-rules

Buying green - sustainable purchasing for state agencies

Guidance for state agencies on Washington's green purchasing laws and sustainable products.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/green-purchasing/green-products