Guidelines for Hazardous Waste Generators and Facilities
The Department of Public Health and Environment licenses hazardous waste  generators and facilities in order to protect the environment and people from exposure to hazardous materials. The regulations are outlined in the Washington County Hazardous Waste Ordinance #187 and Minnesota Rules, Chapter 7045.

Report hazardous waste and oil spills to the Minnesota Duty Officer 24-hours a day at 651-649-5451 or toll free at 800-422-0798. 

• MPCA Spill Response Publications and Information 
• MPCA Duty Officer Poster

Apply for a Hazardous Waste Generator License
A hazardous waste generator is a business or other non-household entity that generates hazardous waste. To find out if your business needs a license, view the Basic Hazardous Waste Requirements for Businesses from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. Steps to applying are as follows:

• Obtain a Hazardous Waste Identification Number (HWID) from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA).
• Print and complete the Hazardous Waste Generator License Application.
• Submit application, MPCA / EPA HWID number, and the Minnesota Tax Identification Number Information to the department.
• After your application is processed, you will receive a fee statement. You will be directed to pay the fees. After payment, you will receive the license. View fee schedule.
• If you generate additional waste or change the type of waste generated after receiving the license, complete the Hazardous Waste Management Plan and submit to the department.

Forms for Hazardous Waste Generators

Corrosive Waste Record  Hazardous Waste Feedstock and Recycle Record  Hazardous Waste Reclamation Record  Machining Fluid Checklist / Information Sheet

MPCA Weekly Container Inspection Log Parts Cleaner Waste Mixed with Used Oil Record  Reverse Distributed Pharmaceuticals Management Plan X-ray or Photo Developer Maintenance and Mix Log

Apply for a Hazardous Waste Facility License
A hazardous waste facility is any site where activities may include the treatment, storage, disposal, transfer, resource recovery, recycling, depositing, accumulation, reclamation, or other handling of hazardous waste. This also includes recycling and processing of waste lamps containing mercury, used oil, and used oil filters. For more information on the regulations, view the state facility standards listed in Minnesota Rules Chapter 7045.

• Print and complete Hazardous Waste Facility License Application. Use the Closure Cost Worksheet to determine the closure cost information for the application.
• Submit the application to the department.
• A department representative will contact you to review your application and guide you through the licensing process.

Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Disposal Program
The department offers a disposal option for businesses. To participate, your business must be located in the county, generate less than 220 pounds of hazardous waste per month, and have a hazardous waste management plan on file with the department. If you want more information or want to participate, contact the department.

Report a Concern
To report a concern or complaint about a possible environmental hazard, go to Report a Concern and submit the information. Your report will go directly to the department for follow-up.