# WAC 463-76-005: WAC 463-76-005. Purpose

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_005

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 463-76-005
- **Heading:** WAC 463-76-005. Purpose
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 463 / Chapter 463-76 / Section 463-76-005

## Text

(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 (FWPCA), 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, section 402(b) of the FWPCA, and applicable state laws and regulations through the issuance of individual permits or coverage under stormwater 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.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 463-76-005 WAC 463-76-005. Purpose](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_005.md)
- [WAC 463-76-010 WAC 463-76-010. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_010.md)
- [WAC 463-76-025 WAC 463-76-025. Authorization required](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_025.md)
- [WAC 463-76-031 WAC 463-76-031. Application filing with the council](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_031.md)
- [WAC 463-76-032 WAC 463-76-032. Signature form](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_032.md)
- [WAC 463-76-033 WAC 463-76-033. Tentative determination on NPDES permits](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_033.md)
- [WAC 463-76-034 WAC 463-76-034. Fact sheets](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_034.md)
- [WAC 463-76-041 WAC 463-76-041. Public notice](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_041.md)
- [WAC 463-76-042 WAC 463-76-042. Public hearings](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_042.md)
- [WAC 463-76-043 WAC 463-76-043. Public access to information](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_043.md)
- [WAC 463-76-051 WAC 463-76-051. General conditions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_051.md)
- [WAC 463-76-052 WAC 463-76-052. Prohibited discharges](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_052.md)
- [WAC 463-76-053 WAC 463-76-053. Effluent limitations, water quality standards, and other requirements for NPDES permits](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_053.md)
- [WAC 463-76-054 WAC 463-76-054. Schedules of compliance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_463_76_054.md)

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