Help/Assistance

For assistance information and materials please visit http://wdfw.wa.gov/licensing/hpa/.

Helpdesk phone:

(360) 902-2422 or APPS.Help@dfw.wa.gov

Subject matter expert contact information:

(360) 972-0190

Matthew.Curtis@dfw.wa.gov

Fish Habitat Enhancement Projects

Description/Purpose

To streamline projects which are designed to enhance fish habitat. The applicant's project must meet certain requirements as required by WDFW and stated on the application for the Streamlined Process for Fish Habitat Enhancement Projects.

If the project meets the criteria of the Fish Habitat Enhancement Project permit then the applicants project is exempt from SEPA and local permits and fees.

If only a portion of the project qualifies then the remainder of the project must be covered under the full permitting process.

Triggers and activities which would require this permit

The applicant must meet the specified requirements stated on the permit application form.

Explanation/Description of costs/fees, including statutory, regulatory, or other legal authority for fees

There is no charge for HPA's.

Application Information

The application is called 'Streamlined Process for Fish Habitat Enhancement Projects, Addition to the Joint Aquatic Permit Application Form (JARPA)' is online and can be accessed at http://www.epermitting.wa.gov/site/alias__resourcecenter/jarpa_jarpa_form/9984/jarpa_form.aspx.

Yes. Your application must include general plans for the project, complete plans and specifications for the proposed construction or work within the mean higher high water line in salt water or within the ordinary high water line in fresh water, and complete plans and specs for the proper protection of fish life. You must also include a copy of the JARPA, the fish habitat enhancement project application form, and proof of sponsorship of the project. On the same day, you must submit the complete application package to the appropriate local government planning department for review.

No.

You must submit your JARPA and cover addition, on the same day, to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and your local planning and permitting department.

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
PO Box 43234
Olympia, WA 98504-3234
email: HPAapplications@dfw.wa.gov

The permit is valid for up to 5 years.

If WDFW determines that your project does not meet the requirements for the Streamlined Process for Fish Habitat Enhancement Project(s) you may file an informal appeal request to WDFW under WAC 220-660-460, file a formal appeal request to the Pollution Control Hearings Board under WAC 220-660-470, or you may reapply under Chapter 77.55 RCW the full permitting process to WDFW, the local planning department and the other applicable agencies.

Legal authority
Notes / Comments

Please visit the schematic to learn more about the application process.

Contacts
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
Headquarters
1111 Washington Street SE
Olympia WA 98501
Website: http://wdfw.wa.gov/
Telephone: (360) 902-2200
Triggering Questions
  • Is your project designed to enhance fish habitat?
* Credential details last updated 11/26/2024
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