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Register as a Hazardous Waste Generator

New generators of hazardous waste, handlers of universal waste, and generators of used oil must obtain an EPA Identification Number (EPA ID #) with the DOEE BEFORE they start generating waste.  A completed EPA ID number registration form (Form 8700-12) and a registration fee are required under District regulations.  DOEE charges a fee for obtaining and keeping an EPA ID Number, pursuant to Section 4390 of the Hazardous Waste Management Regulations (20 DCMR 4390).

Fee Schedule:

  • Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQG) (less than 8 employees): $100
  • Very Small Quantity Generators (VSQG) (8 or more employees): $250
  • Small Quantity Generators (SQG): $500
  • Large Quantity Generators (LQG): $1,000
  • Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facility (TSDF): $10,000
  • Provisional (short term/temp) EPA ID Number (30 days): $100

The EPA ID number registration form (Form 8700-12) can be submitted electronically by creating an industry user account at rcrainfo.epa.gov/rcrainfoprod.  Once the submission has been received, you will be contacted regarding payment of your fee. 

Payment Information

  1. Credit Card Payment (Requires EPA ID number)
  2. Check or Money Order:
  • Make payable to the District of Columbia Treasurer and mail to:

Department of Energy and Environment
Hazardous Waste Branch
1200 First Street, NE, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20002
Attn: Mary Reeves

If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please contact:

Mary Reeves, Compliance Specialist
[email protected] | 202-671-3308

Contact TTY: 
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