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How To Apply For A Permit

  • Do I need a Corps permit? On the Regulatory webpage, we have a Permit Guidebook which provides detailed information on the permit application process and the Regulatory Program. To view the Permit Guidebook, click HERE.
  • Permit Application. Our preferred method of submittal is electronically via the Regulatory Request System (RRS).
    • Electronic Permit Application Submittal Procedures
    • RRS is a modern, web-based platform launched nationally in January 2024 to simplify and expedite the permitting process. RRS offers a more transparent, consistent, efficient, and user-friendly experience for submitting permit requests and interacting with Regulatory offices. RRS provides general information on the Regulatory Program and allows the public to submit pre-application meeting requests and jurisdictional determination requests. On October 1, 2026, the Seattle Regulatory Division will fully transition to using the RRS as the exclusive method for receiving electronic applications.
      Click on the following link to access RRS: rrs.usace.army.mil
  • Application Forms. The application form can vary depending on the type of permit you are applying for. If you are uncertain on the permit type, we recommend you complete and submit the JARPA form listed below. 
  • Information on Processing Times, Fees, Complete Application, and Drawings. For more details on these elements of the application process, click HERE.
  • Types of Permits. For more information on different types of permits, go to the Permit Guidebook, Chapter II.