What is the purpose of this permit?
The Water Recreation Program reviews the application on the proposed operation of water recreation facilities.
What activities require this permit?
Initial application for newly proposed facilities. Renewal application when annual or seasonal expire.
How much will this permit cost?
Varies based on facilities type and size
Where can I get the application for this permit?
The application is called 'Water Recreation Facility Operating Permit' is online and can be accessed at
https://doh.wa.gov/about-us/programs-and-services/environmental-public-health/environmental-health-and-safety/water-recreation-program/contacts.
How long will it take to review my application?
Review provided within 30 days of receiving complete application.
How long is my permit valid?
Varies - Annual or Seasonal
Permit Timeliness Results
Permit Timeliness data collection is in response to a State Auditor’s Performance Audit and RCW 43.42A. Each regulatory agency developed a plan to improve permit clarity, predictability, and timeliness. Each agency considers the customers experience to ensure permit assistance is simple to use, easy to access, and designed in a customer-friendly manner. Agencies report progress to the Governor’s Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance (ORIA). ORIA prepares and distributes reports, with participation from the State Auditor’s Office and Results Washington. See latest report here: https://www.oria.wa.gov/ORIA-2020-PermitTimelinessProgressReport.pdf.
All permits submitted for reporting were entered into this Regulatory Handbook. Here are the results of the performance data:
Estimated Time Required By the Agency to Process a Permit Application (Definition)Average number of days from Receipt to Complete: 31.4Maximum number of days from Receipt to Complete: 134Estimated Time Required By the Agency to Issue a Permit Decision (Definition)Average number of days from Complete Application to Decision: 14.1Maximum number of days from Complete Application to Decision: 250(Summary results based on 33 submittals in 2023)
Where can I get permitting assistance?
Web page URL:
http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/WaterRecreation/RegulatedFacilities/OwnerandOperatorHelpdesk phone: (360)236 3370
Subject matter expert phone: David DeLong (360)236-3817
Subject matter expert email:
david.delong@doh.wa.gov