All applications are subject to an advertising fee for public affidavit notices. Advertising provided by Newport Miner (fees vary). Permits will not be issued until all fees have been paid.
Contact (509) 447-4821 if you have any questions about shoreline activities. Please mail applications with payment to: PO Box 5066, Newport, WA 99156-5066.
- Dock Permit - Required Documents: Entails all information required for obtaining a dock permit.
- 2023 SEPA Environmental Checklist: Governmental agencies use this checklist to help determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant. This information is also helpful to determine if available avoidance, minimization or compensatory mitigation measures will address the probable significant impacts or if an environmental impact statement will be prepared to further analyze the proposal.
- SEPA FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions about SEPA.
- SEPA Guide for Project Applications: This volume is intended to provide guidance to applicants whose project proposals must undergo environmental review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The Guide has been expanded to include assistance on completing an environmental checklist.
- 2023 JARPA Main Application: Joint Aquatic Resource Permit Application. It is a common application (for county, state, and federal) needed for shoreline projects on aquatic regions of statewide significance. For more information, view the JARPA Glossary.
- JARPA Attachment A: For Additional Property Owners
- JARPA Attachment B: For Additional Project Locations
- JARPA Attachment C: Contact Information for Adjoining Property Owners
- JARPA Attachment D: Construction Sequence: Use this attachment only if your project will be constructed in phases or stages. Complete the outline showing the construction sequence and timing of activities, including the start and end dates of each phase or stage.
- JARPA Attachment E: DNR Aquatic Use Authorization: Complete this attachment and submit it with the completed JARPA form only if you are applying for an Aquatic Use Authorization with DNR. DNR recommends you discuss your proposal with a DNR land manager before applying for regulatory permits. Contact your regional land manager for more information on potential permit and survey requirements. Call (360) 902-1100 for more information.
- JARPA Instruction A: Completing JARPA
- JARPA Instruction B: Help and Guidance
- Shoreline Master Program User Guide: Check out this document for frequently asked questions and helpful illustrations for developing your waterfront property.
- Benefits of Natural Plants: Explains the benefits and roles native plants for riparian zones.
- Landscaping Alternatives: Alternative landscaping for properties on shorelines. Different landscaping can impact bodies of water differently. This contains a few tips and tricks for how you can contribute to healthier aquatic bodies.
- Pend Oreille County Owned Boat Launches: This document shows the location of boat launches owned by the county. It also includes photos of the conditions.