Stormwater pollution prevention plan permit (SWPPP)
What is the purpose of a stormwater pollution prevention plan permit (SWPPP)?
A stormwater pollution prevention plan permit (SWPPP), issued by the Washington State Department of Ecology, addresses legal requirements and controls the discharge of pollutants to protect surface water and ground water quality in Washington State.
What activities require this permit?
Washington State requires a SWPPP for development sites which clear and disturb one acre of land over the entire development site.
Notes / Comments
For application forms or other information
- On Washington State DOE's Web site, see:
Construction Stormwater General Permit
Industrial Stormwater General Permit (external links) - Contact:
Washington State Department of Ecology Northwest Regional Office
2190 - 160th Ave. SE
Bellevue, Washington 98008-5452
Telephone: 425-649-7028 or 425-649-7000
Legal authority
Chapter 90.48 of the Revised Code of Washington (external links)
Administered by
Washington State Department of Ecology