Foster City, CA · San Mateo County
Application for Waste Discharge Permit
Food service businesses and other sewer users complete this application to request a waste discharge permit for wastewater discharged to the sanitary sewer.
What this form is
The application collects business and facility details, including operating days, industrial activities, pretreatment systems, plumbing fixtures, and waste handlers. The instructions say to apply before commencing discharge and specify when to return the application if discharge has already begun. A responsible person signs to certify the information and agree to the permit conditions.
Who needs it
Food service businesses and other sewer users that discharge wastewater to the sanitary sewer complete the application for a waste discharge permit.
How to submit it
Return the completed application in the provided envelope to the Environmental Compliance Program, 330 West 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403. Submit it at least 30 days before commencing discharge, or within 10 business days of receiving the blank application if discharge has begun.
About notarization
This application is signed without a notary; the signer certifies the information under penalty of law and signs and dates the application.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the waste discharge permit application and its instructions.
- 2
Complete The Application
Provide the requested sewer user, facility, pretreatment, and waste handler information.
- 3
Review And Sign
Read the permit conditions on the reverse side. The responsible person signs and dates the application.
- 4
Return It To The Program
Return the completed application in the provided envelope to the Environmental Compliance Program in San Mateo.
Frequently asked questions
- Who completes the waste discharge permit application?
- Food service businesses and other sewer users seeking a waste discharge permit complete the application with business, facility, and wastewater information.
- Do I need a notary for the waste discharge permit application?
- No. The application is signed without a notary. The signer certifies the information under penalty of law and signs and dates the application.
- How do I submit the waste discharge permit application?
- Return the completed application in the provided envelope to the Environmental Compliance Program at 330 West 20th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403.
- When should I return the application?
- Return it at least 30 days before commencing discharge. If discharge has already begun, return it within 10 business days of receiving the blank application.
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