General Info

The Department of Environment and Planning, also known as DEP, is a part of the government of Erie County in New York. The department offers a range of environmental protection, energy conservation and economic development services. It serves residents and municipalities, as well as operates more than five sewer districts. The Department of Environment and Planning provides technical and educational assistance solutions. It maintains an environmental compliance services division that administers pollution prevention programs and offers solid waste management, rechargeable battery recycling and indoor air quality solutions. The department operates an office of geographic information services, as well as provides community development and housing solutions. In addition, the Department of Environment and Planning offers various sewerage management services.