We're the Washington State Governor's Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance (ORIA), our mission is to help people navigate Washington's business and environmental regulations

ORIA's permit process schematics illustrate the application, review, and appeal phases for specific permits. They show you step-by-step how various permit processes work.

Jan 8, 2026 · The Governor's Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance (ORIA) helps people navigate Washington's environmental and business regulatory systems. Our information center …

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JARPA Introduction Local, state and federal agencies work with the Governor's Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance to update and maintain the Joint Aquatic Resources Permit Application …

The team was formalized and expanded in Executive Order 12-01. ORIA acts as facilitator for monthly SBLT meetings. Subgroups develop outreach programs, solicit ideas for regulatory improvement and …

Dec 16, 2025 · ORIA updates the online version regularly with the latest changes to regulatory laws and requirements. The handbook is cross-referenced to ORIA’s Project Questionnaire and Permit …

ORIA partnered with the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) and the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) to develop this resource for local jurisdictions and state agencies.

Agencies report progress to ORIA, who prepares and distributes reports, as well as posts agency-reported performance data by March 1 (for the previous calendar year) in the ORIA Central …

Mar 1, 2022 · Agencies report progress to the Governor’s Office for Regulatory Innovation and Assistance (ORIA). ORIA prepares and distributes reports, with participation from the State Auditor’s …