WAC 173-98-970. Self-certification

(1) The department may authorize a recipient to certify compliance with selected program requirements. The recipient must: (a) Request certification authority; (b) Document that it has the capability and resources; (c) Document that it is in the best interest of the state; and (d) Demonstrate that the request is consistent with state and federal laws and rules. (2) Determinations required in the environmental review process cannot be delegated to recipients.