Hydraulics project approval (HPA) permit
What is the purpose of a hydraulics project approval (HPA) permit?
The purpose of a hydraulics project approval (HPA) permit, issued by Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW, external link), is to see that construction activities that affect the bed or flow of state waters is done in a manner that prevents damage to the state's fish and shellfish and their habitat.
What activities require this permit?
A Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) is required when any construction activity in or near state waters is proposed. State waters include all marine waters and fresh waters of the state.
Notes / Comments
For application forms or other information
- Go to Hydraulic Project Approval (HPA) (external link) on WDFW's Web site
- Contact:
WDFW North Puget Sound Region Office
16018 Mill Creek Boulevard
Mill Creek, Washington 98012-1296
Telephone: 425-775-1311
Fax: 425-338-1066.
Legal authority
Chapter 77.55 of the Revised Code of Washington (external links)
Administered by
Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife