Search Results - Washington State Department of Ecology

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permit

Prevention of Significant Deterioration (PSD) permits for major sources of air pollution.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/air-quality-permits/prevention-of-significant-deterioration-psd

Construction Stormwater General Permit eCoverage Packet

The Construction Stormwater General Permit is switching from paper copies to an electronic packet.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/stormwater-general-permits/construction-stormwater-permit/ecoverage-packet

Asbestos

Asbestos is a hazardous material still found in building materials. Learn how to keep workers safe.

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

Auto body shops

Learn how auto body and collision repair shops can manage common dangerous wastes.

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

Paints and coatings

Businesses that use paints and coatings must learn to properly manage and dispose of them.

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Chapter 173-303

Frequently asked questions about Chapter 173-303 WAC, Dangerous Waste Regulations.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/laws-rules-rulemaking/closed-rulemaking/wac173-303-faq

Advance notice of oil transfer

We require certain types of facilities and vessels to tell us in advance when transferring oil.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/advance-notice-of-oil-transfer

Contingency planning for oil industry

Oil-handling operations must have contingency plans describing how they would respond to oil spills.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/contingency-planning-for-oil-industry

Oil spill prevention plans for facilities

Oil spill prevention plans reduce the risk of oil spills at large refineries and marine terminals.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/spills-prevention-plans-for-facilities

Washington's biosolids permit system

Help for operators with permit applications, and those managing permit coverage, including modifications.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/biosolids-permit-system

Municipal water law

We help regulate municipal water suppliers to ensure a safe and reliable drinking water supply.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/municipal-water-law

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

Water quality individual permit guidance

Guidance and resources for individual wastewater permits; limit pollution, maintain water quality.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/water-quality-permits-guidance

Spill enforcement

Spills into water harm the environment, violate state law, and may result in a penalty.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/compliance-enforcement/spill-enforcement

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Public services

Guidance for completing Public Services section of Part B of SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-15-public-services

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Recreation

Guidance for completing Recreation section for Part B of SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-12-recreation

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Groundwater

Guidance to complete Groundwater section for Part B of SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-3-water/environmental-elements-groundwater

SEPA checklist guidance

We provide information about each SEPA checklist question.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance

Wastewater testing

Whole effluent toxicity testing ensures wastewater does not harm aquatic life.

https://ecology.wa.gov/research-data/monitoring-assessment/wastewater-testing

SEPA laws and regulations: current & historical revisions

We manage SEPA and related rules and provide background about rulemaking.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-laws-rules

Sulfur dioxide air quality designations

We’re deciding if parts of Washington don't meet national air quality standards for sulfur dioxide.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/areas-meeting-and-not-meeting-air-standards/sulfur-dioxide-designations

FAQ: Investigate and report toxic releases

FAQs to help homeowners and small businesses investigate and report toxic releases.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/guidance-for-residential-cleanups/investigating-reporting-toxic-releases

Solvents

Most solvents become dangerous waste and must be managed properly.

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

Tier Two reporting

Facility reporting guidelines for Tier Two, including how to file with Tier Two Online.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/emergency-planning-community-right-to-know-act/tier-two-reporting

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

SEPA checklist guidance, Section B: Environmental health

Guidance for Environmental Health section of Part B for SEPA environmental checklist.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/sepa-checklist-guidance/sepa-checklist-section-b-environmental-elements/environmental-elements-7-environmental-health

Frequently asked questions about pharmaceutical waste

Frequently asked questions about pharmaceutical waste and our answers.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/dangerous-waste-guidance/common-dangerous-waste/pharmaceutical-waste/frequently-asked-questions

Programmatic EIS

Overview of programmatic environmental review for clean energy.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/clean-energy/programmatic-eis

Western Washington Hydrology Model

Western WA Hydrology Model models most hydrologic conditions for stormwater control and design.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/stormwater-permittee-guidance-resources/stormwater-manuals/western-washington-hydrology-model

Environmental impact statement process

Overview about Environmental Impact Statements process under SEPA.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/sepa/environmental-review/sepa-guidance/guide-for-lead-agencies/environmental-impact-statements

Proficiency testing requirements

Six proficiency testing sample providers are approved by our laboratory accreditation program.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/laboratory-accreditation/proficiency-testing-providers

Wildlife response service providers

Wildlife response service providers (WRSP) manage wildlife response activities during an oil spill.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/contingency-planning-for-oil-industry/wildlife-response-service-providers

Financial assurance types

Different types of facilities must provide different types of financial assurance.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/dangerous-waste-guidance/dispose-recycle-or-treat/financial-assurance/types

Lower Columbia urban streams

This monitoring is funded by the municipal stormwater permittees in Clark and Cowlitz counties.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/stormwater-monitoring/stormwater-action-monitoring/sam-status-and-trends/lower-columbia-urban-streams

Fertilizers

Learn how your business can register, manage, and dispose of fertilizers properly.

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

Property inspection checklist

Before buying property, use the property inspection checklist to complete an onsite inspection.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/guidance-for-residential-cleanups/property-inspection-checklist

Air Liquide Hydrogen Plant, Anacortes

We regulate water and hazardous waste activities at the Air Liquide hydrogen plant in Anacortes.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/industrial-facilities-permits/air-liquide

Phillips 66 Refinery

We regulate water and hazardous waste activities at the Phillips 66 refinery in Ferndale.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/industrial-facilities-permits/phillips-66-refinery

Used oil

There are different requirements for businesses managing used oil and waste oil.

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

Solvay Chemicals, Longview

We regulate the water and hazardous waste activities at the Solvay chemical plant in Longview.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/industrial-facilities-permits/solvay-chemicals

Lanxess Corporation (Formerly Emerald Kalama Chemical)

We regulate water, hazardous waste, and cleanup activities at the Lanxess Corporation plant.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/industrial-facilities-permits/lanxess-corporation

Hydrologic performance of bioretention

Study of the oldest bioretention facilities to evaluate infiltration performance.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/stormwater-monitoring/stormwater-action-monitoring/sam-effectiveness-studies/bioretention-infiltration

Air quality permits

Permits for industrial air pollution and burning activities.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/permits-certifications/air-quality-permits

Operations manual requirements

Operations manuals help prevent spills during the transfer, storage, and handling of oil.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/operations-manual-for-regulated-facilities

Safe and effective threshold determination reports

Safe and effective reports establish conditions for protecting open water with oil containment boom.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/plans-policies/safe-effective-threshold-determination-reports

Well construction reporting & well report gateway

Resource protection well reports can be submitted online.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/reporting-requirements/well-construction-reporting

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

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

Contaminated Site Register & cleanup data

Get information on contaminated site cleanups through our newsletter and database.

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/site-register-lists-and-data

Yakima Basin Cabin Owners

Yakima Basin Cabin Owners – water rights information

https://ecology.wa.gov/regulations-permits/guidance-technical-assistance/yakima-basin-cabin-owner-information