Mine Permitting Services in Washington State and Northern Oregon

Expert guidance for permitting and compliance in Washington and Oregon’s sand and gravel pits and rock quarries. Serving Western Washington, Eastern Washington, and statewide — from Puget Sound to Spokane. Northern Oregon. includes Portland metro, Salem, and Willamette Valley. Request a quote today.

Why Mine Permitting Matters

Permitting a sand and gravel pit or rock quarry in Washington is complex. From DNR reclamation plans to land use approvals and DOE stormwater requirements, every detail matters. With Geographic Solutions, you get more than technical expertise — you get a consultant with established relationships with regulators and a network of specialist consultants who can provide specific knowledge when it’s needed most. This means fewer surprises, stronger applications, and a smoother path from concept to approval.

Core Permitting Services

Service	Benefits for Pits & Quarries
DNR Surface Mining Reclamation Permits	Prepare and submit reclamation plans that meet Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) requirements under RCW 78.44. Ensure accurate bonding and reclamation cost estimates.
Land Use Permits	Navigate zoning approvals including Conditional Use Permits (CUPs), Special Use Permits (SUPs), rezones, and State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) review. Build complete applications supported by technical studies, maps, and defensible data.
Air Quality Permits (Notice of Construction Applications)	Support NOC applications with emissions calculations, dust control plans, and Method 9 visible emissions testing for new or modified crushing operations. Coordinate with the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA), Olympic Region Clean Air Agency (ORCAA), and NWCAA.
Water Quality Permits (Sand & Gravel General Permit)	Prepare and submit Site Management Plans (SMPs) and site maps required for DOE’s SGGP. Ensure stormwater monitoring, best management practices (BMPs), and discharge sampling requirements are addressed.
Technical Studies & Mapping Support	Provide drone mapping, LiDAR, and GIS deliverables for pit and quarry layouts, drainage analysis, and volumetric calculations. Strengthen permit applications with accurate, defensible data.
Agency & Public Coordination	Represent your project with state and local regulators, neighbors, and stakeholders. Build credibility and manage public comment processes.

Benefits to Your Operation

• Streamlined Permitting — Avoid costly delays with complete, well-prepared applications.
• Local Expertise — Deep knowledge of Washington permitting laws, including CUPs, SUPs, rezones, SEPA, and Clean Air Agency requirements.
• Connections That Matter — Established relationships with regulators and trusted specialist consultants give your pit or quarry project an edge.
• Defensible Applications — Supported with high-quality maps, data, and emissions calculations.
• Confidence with Regulators — Clear communication and expert representation throughout the process.

Service Area

We serve permitting projects for sand and gravel pits and rock quarries across all of Western Washington and Northern Oregon, including:

• King, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Kitsap, Mason, Whatcom, Skagit, Island, Jefferson, Clallam, Lewis, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Pacific Counties
• Regular permitting work in Eastern Washington: Spokane, Yakima, Tri-Cities, Wenatchee
• Northern Oregon: Portland metro, Salem, Willamette Valley

If you operate a sand and gravel pit or rock quarry in Washington, chances are we’ve worked with your county’s regulators before.

Get Started

Permitting is often the most challenging step in starting or expanding a pit or quarry. With Geographic Solutions, you gain a partner who knows Washington’s permitting process inside and out — from DNR reclamation plans to DOE site management plans and Method 9 emissions testing. Combined with strong connections to regulators and specialist consultants, we help you secure approvals faster and with less risk.

Contact us today to discuss your mine permitting needs and request a proposal.