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    Department of Environmental Protection

    Our mission is to protect Pennsylvania’s air, land, and water resources while ensuring the health and safety of all residents and visitors to the commonwealth.

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    Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development (SPEED)

    Open now, SPEED is a quick pathway to expedite permit reviews and move your project along faster. Have your application reviewed by a DEP-qualified professional first; then to ensure environmental standards are met, DEP makes the final permit decision.

     

    Chapter 102, 105, and Air Quality permits are now open to apply for the SPEED Program.

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