The Small Business Environmental Assistance Program
Small Business Ombudsman Bulletin
What Kind of Permit Do I Need?
The mission of the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program (SBEAP) is to assist Montana businesses to understand and comply with environmental regulations and to go beyond the regulations to prevent pollution and improve environmental quality.
Mission Statement | SBEAP Structure | SBEAP Role
Contact:
Darrick Turner
Small Business Ombudsman
PO Box 200901
1100 North Last Chance Gulch
Helena, MT 59620-0901
Phone: 406-841-5230
Environmental Assistance Toll-free Hotline:
1-800-433-8773
Mission Statement:
Deliberately designed as a separate, non-regulatory, program within the DEQ, the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program serves to assist Montana businesses to understand and comply with applicable environmental regulations.
How is the SBEAP Structured?
- Located within the Energy, & Pollution Prevention Bureau.
- Non-regulatory.
- Although housed within the DEQ, SBEAP DOES NOT share specifics with other departments. Additionally, those seeking assistance may remain anonymous when using the toll-free hotline.
Role of the SBEAP:
- Serve as an advocate for small businesses.
- Provide environmental assistance and education to Montana's small businesses including technical assistance, compliance assistance, permit assistance and pollution prevention assistance.
- Services Offered:
- Toll-Free Hotline (1-800-433-8773)
- Workshops
- Newsletters
- On-Site Visits
