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We address envirnmental concerns
Construction  capabilities at all levels
Civil, Environmental, and
Recreational Consulting


 

PO Box 1678
Tacoma, WA  98401-1678
711 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 272-7220 ph
(253) 272-7250 fx


info@cosmopolitaneng.com

 
Permitting is often a key consideration that can greatly impact project design and construction scheduling. Depending on the type of project, various permits or leases may be required:

  Corps of Engineers - Wetlands and Navigable Waters
  Department of Fish and Wildlife - Hydraulic Project Approval
  Department of Ecology - Water Quality Certification
  Department of Natural Resources - Aquatic Lands Lease

The Ecological Society of America (ESA) now requires the development of biological evaluations for many projects. Shellfish issues are also a major consideration in marine waters. Cosmopolitan Engineering has experience and expertise coordinating with the Department of Health on behalf of our clients.

In addition to these state and federal permits, local approvals may be required for activities requiring SEPA (State Environmental Policy Act) Environmental Checklist; Shorelines, Building, and Grading permits; and approvals. Cosmopolitan Engineering Group provides permitting services on the majority of the projects we design. We have provided permit acquisition assistance, Environmental Impact Statement development, SEPA review services, and Dam Safety Evaluations, and have facilitated client-agency-public interaction for many municipal and private clients.

 National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

 

All wastewater treatment facilities operate under five-year NPDES permits issued by Ecology. Cosmopolitan Engineering Group has assisted many clients in the development and renewal of NPDES permits. Cosmopolitan has also provided technical assistance with appealed permits presented to the Pollution Control Hearings Board. Recent projects requiring permit assistance by our staff include:

 

 

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