Accessibility

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DEQ provides a “Google Translator” option, which is found at the top of every web page, to assist in reading our website in languages other than English. Please see our disclaimer for information on this service.

DEQ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, or sex in administration of its programs or activities, and DEQ does not intimidate or retaliate against any individual or group because they have exercised their rights to participate in actions protected, or oppose action prohibited, by 40 C.F.R. Parts 5 and 7, or for the purpose of interfering with such rights.  

DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator is responsible for coordinating compliance efforts and receipt of inquiries concerning nondiscrimination requirements implemented by 40 C.F.R. Parts 5 and 7 (Non-discrimination in Programs or Activities Receiving Federal Assistance from the Environmental Protection Agency), including:

• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended 
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 
• Age Discrimination Act of 1975 
• Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 
• Section 13 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act Amendments of 1972 (hereinafter referred to collectively as the federal nondiscrimination laws)

If you believe that you have been discriminated against with respect to a DEQ program or activity, contact DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator at the address below.

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
ATTN: Nondiscrimination Coordinator 
1410 N. Hilton Street 
Boise, ID 83706 
accessibility@deq.idaho.gov
(208) 373-0271

Grievance Procedures

Any person who believes they have been the object of unequal treatment or discrimination or been excluded from participation in or denied benefits of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) programs, activities or services on the grounds of race, color, or national origin may file a complaint with the DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator within 180 days from the date of the alleged discrimination. 

This procedure is in place to ensure the prompt and fair resolution of complaints which allege violation of federal non-discrimination laws.  

To be accepted, a complaint must: 

1. Involve discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
2. Allege discrimination that was committed by DEQ, a department employee, or a sub-recipient of the department. 
3. Be filed within 180 days from the alleged discrimination (or within 180 days of when the complainant knew or should have known of the discrimination). 

 Complaints must include:

1. Personal Information: Name, address, and phone number of the person alleging discrimination.
2. Dates: The date(s) of the alleged act of discrimination or the date when the complainant(s) became aware of the alleged discrimination.
3. Brief description: A brief, specific description of the discriminatory practice or action and any relevant facts.

The complaint should include names and contact information of any witnesses, including department employees or contractors.  

Filing a Complaint

If you believe you have experienced unlawful discrimination under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 or the Americans with Disabilities Act, you may file a complaint with DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator. DEQ will not retaliate against any individual who complains of discrimination or who participates in an investigation of discrimination.

Submit a complaint via mail or email:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
ATTN: Nondiscrimination Coordinator 
1410 N. Hilton Street 
Boise, ID 83706 
accessibility@deq.idaho.gov
(208) 373-0271

DEQ is committed to assisting all residents of Idaho by complying with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all related regulations and directives. We offer free translation services for people whose primary language is not English, which can include written translations in your preferred language or oral interpretation services.  

Limited English Proficiency Plan

DEQ strives to ensure full and meaningful access to our programs, services, and activities. DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator is responsible for providing direction to ensure compliance with Title VI, including maintaining a Limited English Proficiency Plan and providing translation services and other accommodation services.

See our Limited English Proficiency Plan for more information.

Request a Language Accommodation

We will make every effort to accommodate language assistance requests, including but not limited to:

• Document remediation and conversion
• Written or oral interpretive services
• Website accessibility

You can submit an accommodation request via mail or email:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality 
ATTN: Nondiscrimination Coordinator 
1410 N. Hilton Street 
Boise, ID 83706 
accessibility@deq.idaho.gov
(208) 373-0271

Submit a Title VI Complaint

If you believe you have been the object of unequal treatment or discrimination or been excluded from participation in or denied benefits of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) programs, activities or services on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, you may file a complaint with the DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator within 180 days from the date of the alleged discrimination. 

See our grievance procedures in the drop-down above for information on the complaint process.

Submit a complaint using our online form or via mail or email:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
ATTN: Nondiscrimination Coordinator 
1410 N. Hilton Street 
Boise, ID 83706 
accessibility@deq.idaho.gov
(208) 373-0271

DEQ is committed to ensuring all residents of Idaho are able to access our information and services. We work to provide meaningful access for people with disabilities in accordance with all relevant state and federal laws.

Request an Accommodation

We will make every effort to accommodate requests to our programs, services, and activities, including but not limited to:

• Document remediation and conversion
• Sign language interpreters
• Written or oral interpretive services
• Assistive listening devices
• Website accessibility
• Public meetings and hearings accommodations

You can submit an accommodation request via mail or email:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality 
ATTN: Nondiscrimination Coordinator 
1410 N. Hilton Street 
Boise, ID 83706 
accessibility@deq.idaho.gov
(208) 373-0271

Submit an ADA Complaint

If you believe you have been the object of unequal treatment or discrimination or been excluded from participation in or denied benefits of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) programs, activities or services on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, you may file a complaint with the DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator within 180 days from the date of the alleged discrimination. 

See our grievance procedures in the drop-down above for information on the complaint process.

Submit a complaint using our online form or via mail or email:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality
ATTN: Nondiscrimination Coordinator 
1410 N. Hilton Street 
Boise, ID 83706 
accessibility@deq.idaho.gov
(208) 373-0271