DEQ is committed to transparency and providing the public with access to agency records.
• When possible, records will be provided to you in electronic format. If an in-person file review is necessary, someone will contact you to set up an appointment.
• Records requests are processed in the order they are received.
• Requests for email correspondence require a separate process and may take more time to fulfill than document requests. Being specific about the dates, people and keywords in your search will help speed processing of your request.
If you need additional assistance or to check on the status of your request, please contact one of our Public Information Officers.
If you are submitting a Phase I Assessment:
Public information officers will search internal databases for your request. While you await a response, DEQ has several online databases you can search for relevant files.
DEQ's Community Mapping System is a map-based search tool to view and access many permitting files across DEQ divisions.
Air Quality:
Energy, Mineral and Land Resources, including Stormwater:
Water Resources:
Waste Management:
*Septic System information is available at the local health department or with the N.C. Department of Health of Human Services.
Additional DEQ public records databases
Please contact a DEQ Public Information Officer if you have questions about your request.