The Washington State Pollution Liability Insurance Agency (PLIA) Financial Assurance Program (FA Program) is now open! Starting October 1, 2024, you can apply by submitting an online application.
Items You Will Need for the Financial Assurance Program Application
Prior to filling out an FA Program application, please make sure you have the following information available:
Applicant Information
- Underground storage tank (UST) property owner or owners’ contact information (if different than the applicant).
- UST operator or operators’ contact information (if different than the applicant).
- Any leases or rental agreements for the UST property.
UST Facility Information
- Identifying information for the UST facility, including Washington State Unified Business Identifier (UBI) number and tax parcel number.
- Date the business at the facility began operation.
- Fuel sources located at the facility.
- Information regarding known releases at the facility, including:
- Information regarding any involved parties.
- Documentation regarding cleanup actions performed to date (if applicable).
- Information regarding any involved parties.
UST Information
For all USTs located on the facility property, you will be asked for:
- A copy of the most recent compliance status/Department of Ecology inspection report.
- A copy of the most recent compliance leak detection testing records for each UST at your facility (if available).
- Ecology tag number.
- UST characteristics of each UST at the facility (age, size, piping, etc.).
- Type of surface above and surrounding USTs at the facility.
Financial Information
- Current method of financial responsibility for USTs at your facility.
- Proof of insurance policies and details on claims made on those policies (if applicable).
- Information on any pending litigation at the facility.
Inspection Safety Plan Information
- A list of any safety concerns that PLIA staff who visit the facility may encounter (if applicable).
- Emergency information including location and contact information for police, fire department, and local hospital.
Apply to the Financial Assurance Program
Starting October 1, 2024, you can apply to the FA Program by submitting an online application.
Any information entered in the application or sent to PLIA is subject to public disclosure. Do not submit any information or supporting documentation that contains sensitive information, such as a Social Security number, taxpayer identification number, driver license number, or date of birth. We strongly advise that you blackout or remove personal identifiers.
For applicants who are unable to submit the online application or require translations, alternative application forms are available on request. To request an alternative format or translation of the application, please contact PLIA by email at pliamail@plia.wa.gov or call 1-800-822-3905.
What to Expect Once an Application has been Submitted
Once an application has been submitted, PLIA will review the application. If additional information or documentation is necessary, PLIA staff will contact the applicant.
If PLIA determines your UST is not eligible for the FA Program, we will provide an explanation and we may list the requirements to become eligible. If you meet the eligibility requirements, you can re-apply for entry into the FA Program.
Once PLIA determines that your UST is eligible for the program, we will send you an Enrollment Agreement. The Enrollment Agreement outlines the terms and conditions of enrollment, the coverage that will be provided, and any requirements specific to the UST facility. The enrolling owner or operator will sign the agreement and submit it to PLIA. Please note: Financial Assurance Program coverage does not begin until PLIA signs the agreement, receives payment for the enrollment fee (or an installation payment if you are on a payment plan), and sends a Certificate of Assurance to the applicant.
PLIA offers language interpretation services for our customers and partners at no charge. Please let us know when contacting us. To request materials in an alternative format, call PLIA at 800-822-3905. Relay Service 711, or TTY at 1-800-833-6388.