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Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP)What is the Purpose of this Program?The purpose of the Voluntary Cleanup Program (VCP) is to facilitate independent remedial action at contaminated sites under the requirements of the Model Toxics Control Act (MTCA). People may conduct independent remedial actions by applying to and joining the VCP. Some independent cleanup projects comply with the VCP requirements to receive a no further action opinion, but joining VCP is not necessary to clean up a site. VCP applicants have the option of applying to either the Standard VCP process or the Expedited VCP process. The VCP may provide informal, site-specific technical consultations for people who conduct independent remedial actions. Consultations may include:
What Activities Require this Program?The VCP is a voluntary program and is not required for conducting independent remedial actions at a contaminated site.How Much Will this Program Cost?Costs to join the Standard VCP process vary from those of the Expedited VCP process
Where Can I Get the Application for this Program?The application which is called 'VCP Application' is online and can be accessed at https://ecology.wa.gov/Spills-Cleanup/Contamination-cleanup/Cleanup-process/Cleanup-options/Voluntary-cleanup-program.Do I Need to Include Anything with my Application?Yes. A complete Standard VCP application consists of all the following items:
Is the Decision on my Program Dependent on Anything Besides the Information in my Application?When making the decision whether to accept your application, Ecology will consider the applicable laws and rules, the contents of your application, and the background environmental conditions at the site.
How Long Will it Take to Review my Application?Ecology’s goal is to respond within 10 days of receiving a complete Standard VCP application. Ecology may request additional information. Ecology will respond with a written decision.For Expedited VCP applicants, Ecology will accept or reject an application within 10 calendar days of receiving the nonrefundable application fee. Where do I Submit my Application?The application submittal process differs for Standard VCP and Expedited VCP.
How Long is my Program Valid?Agreements under the VCP are valid until terminated by Ecology or the customer. Either party may terminate the agreement without cause by sending written notice to the other party by certified mail, return receipt requested. The effective date of termination shall be the date Ecology sends notice to the applicant or the date Ecology receives notice from the applicant, whichever occurs first.What is the Appeal Process for the Program?
Notes / Comments:The VCP application form is used for both Standard VCP and Expedited VCP can be downloaded from Ecology’s publications & forms homepage. For updates and more information, please go to the Voluntary Cleanup Program website.Statewide Contact:Toxics Cleanup Program Headquarters 300 Desmond Drive PO Box 47600 Olympia, WA 98504-7600 Telephone: (360) 407-7170 Fax: (360) 407-7154 Website: https://ecology.wa.gov/Spills-Cleanup/Contamination-cleanup/Voluntary-Cleanup-Program * Permit information last updated 4/12/2021 [v2] |
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