At the Environmental Permit Service Center we help citizens and businesses understand and navigate Washington’s environmental permitting processes.
We answer questions about local, state and federal permits and regulatory requirements. We can research project-specific regulatory requirements and help you get started applying for permits. If we don’t have the information you need, we can connect you with the right people in local, state and federal agencies.
Our services are free. Email us or give us call.
ORA's Environmental Permit Service Center
Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
360-407-7037 or 1-800-917-0043
help@ora.wa.gov
Department of Ecology
300 Desmond Drive SE
Lacey, WA 98503
Map and directions
Appointments are recommended but not required.
Examples of how we help citizens and businesses
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Connecting a small business owner interested in biodiesel manufacturing with regulators and safety officials.
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Explaining to an entrepreneur the permits and requirements for owning and operating an auto body business.
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Putting a farmer in touch with state agency staff to determine if water rights were attached to a piece of property.
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Explaining to a waterfront homeowner the permitting process for dock and mooring buoy construction.
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City Information from the Municipal Research & Services Center of Washington web site.
- County Information from the Municipal Research & Services Center of Washington web site.
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Small Business Environmental Home Page (US EPA) Provides links to information to help small businesses comply with environmental regulations at the state and federal level.
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Revised Code of Washington (RCW) - The State Legislature web site for Washington State Laws.
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Washington Administrative Code (WAC) - The State Legislature web site for Washington State Rules.
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Local Economic Development Councils - Directory of Economic Development Councils in Washington State from the Association of Washington Business.
