Use of e-permitting is preferred and encouraged. However, in addition to the launch of the electronic permit application, the DEP will accept paper applications to accommodate those whose only option is a paper form. The paper application will remain an option until we're confident the online application is usable and reasonably accessible to the regulated community. Chapter 105 General Permit paper registration forms can be found on
DEP’s eLibrary.
Only applications/registrations for Chapter 105 General Permits are currently accepted through e-permitting.
Prospective applicants for projects requiring a standard permit or small project application, or an Environmental Assessments (EA) will continue using the Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Army Corps of Engineers (Baltimore, Philadelphia, And Pittsburgh Districts) Joint Application for Pennsylvania Chapter 105 Water Obstruction and Encroachment Permit and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 Permit,
Document #3150-PM-BWEW0036A.
The DEP or delegated Chapter 105 county conservation districts will continue to review the Chapter 105 General Permit applications/registrations for completeness and eligibility. The DEP or a Chapter 105 delegated county conservation district can only authorize activities when the activity meets the terms and conditions of the Chapter 105 General Permit. Therefore, it is imperative that potential applicants read the terms and conditions of the Chapter 105 General Permit(s) for which they are applying (see links below). Confirming that the activity meets the terms and conditions will result in quality applications and shorter timeframes for DEP or delegated county conservation district review and authorization.
Key Concepts to Understand
- e-permitting is an electronic process. This means the GP registration form is not used, electronic signatures are part of the system, and all communications will occur through the e-permitting system.
Note: other forms such as impact table, fee worksheet, etc. are still utilized.
- ALL users need to have and create their own account. This includes applicants and consultants.
- Each applicant must have an Electronic Filing Administrator (EFA). This EFA must be the applicant or be authorized to manage the applicant and user data and submit applications, such as an employee of the applicant company. The EFA manages and controls access of other users (employees, consultants, etc.)
- GP registrations that are reviewed by DEP will pay fees online and GP registrations reviewed by Delegated County Conservation Districts will mail fees to the appropriate conservation district.
- Users other than the EFA must first request access from the EFA using the EFA’s ACCESS ID and complete the
User Registration and Security Agreement Form and submit it to the EFA.
- Users must register for e-permitting for each DEP Program you wish to utilize e-permitting for. Example, if someone is already registered for e-permitting for Chapter 102, they will also have to register for e-permitting for Chapter 105.
- Chapter 105 e-permitting uses DEP’s Greenport. Greenport allows you to access multiple DEP online applications, including e-permitting .
Getting Started In Chapter 105 General Permit E-Permitting – User Guides Supplement and Summary. Also see full user guides below.
Unless one has already been created, a prospective user will need to create a
GreenPort account to access e-permitting. Regardless of how many DEP Bureaus a user would like to submit permit applications to, only one
GreenPort account is necessary. However, a user will need separate permissions for some DEP ePermits. The Chapter 105 General Permit ePermit is one such application which requires separate permissions.
Note: Greenport Accounts are not Corporate Accounts and must be created, managed and controlled by an individual.
The Applicant is required to have an Electronic Filing Administrator (EFA).
The EFA is a person who has authority to manage the applicant and user data and submit applications and is responsible for managing the applications and other user access. EFAs should follow the registration instructions in the EFA User guide.
We have also created helpful walkthrough videos to assist you with the registration process. View them below.
If a user is a member or employee of the applicant organization but does not have authority to submit or manage data or users for the applicant, they will need to register as a non-EFA user. See Registering for e-permitting - Users/Consultants below.
Once an account is created, the EFA will need to complete the EFA registration form online by completing the DEP New Client Registration.
Note: Beginning September 19, 2019 completion of the Electronic Filing Administrator Registration and Security Agreement for e-permitting form will no longer be accepted by e-mail. This has been replaced by the online process.
User information from the New Client Registration will require DEP verification And linkage to existing DEP records, if any.
An EFA may create and submit a new General Permit Registration while the EFA Client registration is being reviewed and completed by DEP. Potential users having problems creating a
GreenPort account should call the DEP Service Help Desk at 717-787-4357.
Consultants are typically considered Users or Operators and should follow the Operator Consultant User Guide.
Note: Greenport Accounts are
not Corporate Accounts and must be created, managed and controlled by an individual.
Consultant for Individual in EFA Registration is for assisting individuals without internet/computer access and must be completed with the applicant physically present with the consultant at the computer.
DEP created a walkthrough video to assist you in the Ch. 105 registration process.
Unless one has already been created, a prospective user will need to create a
GreenPort account to access e-permitting. Regardless of how many DEP Bureaus a user would like to submit permit applications to, only one
GreenPort account is necessary. However, a user will need separate permissions for some DEP ePermits. The Chapter 105 General Permit ePermit is one such application which requires separate permissions. Once an account is created, the user will need to complete the EFA form online by completing the DEP New Client Registration.
Fees for the various Chapter 105 General Permits may be determined by utilizing the
Chapter 105 Fee Calculation Worksheet, 3150-PM-BWEW0553