Washington Administrative Code
Title 463 - Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council
Chapter 463-76 - Regulations for compliance with NPDES permit program
Section 463-76-005 - Purpose

Universal Citation: WA Admin Code 463-76-005

Current through Register Vol. 24-18, September 15, 2024

(1) This chapter establishes regulations specifying procedures and other rules which will be utilized by the council in implementing section 402 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.

(2) The purpose of these regulations is to establish a state permit program, applicable to the discharge of pollutants and other wastes and materials to the surface waters of the state, which complies with the requirements of chapters 80.50 and 90.48 RCW, EPA, and applicable state laws and regulations through the issuance of individual permits or coverage under storm water general permits issued by the department of ecology.

(3) These regulations apply to:

(a) Any energy facility for which a certification agreement has been executed pursuant to chapter 80.50 RCW et seq.; and

(b) Any energy facility for which an application has been filed with the council for certification pursuant to chapter 80.50 RCW et seq.

(4) The authority for these regulations is based upon RCW 80.50.040(1), chapter 90.48 RCW, chapter 155, Laws of 1973, and the act.

04-23-003, recodified as § 463-76-005, filed 11/4/04, effective 11/11/04. Statutory Authority: RCW 80.50.040(1) and (12). 04-21-013, § 463-38-005, filed 10/11/04, effective 11/11/04.

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