Notice to Construction Permittees
Background:
Storm water discharges associated with construction activity are a potential source of pollutants. The most common pollutant associated with construction activity is sediment. Sediment and other construction-related wastes could degrade water quality in creeks, rivers, lakes, and other water bodies. All construction sites disturbing one or more acres of land are required to obtain permit coverage.
Storm Water Permit Requirement FAQs
How do I know if I need this permit?
- Construction activity resulting in a land disturbance of one acre or more, or less than one acre but part of a larger common plan of development or sale must obtain a Construction Activities Storm Water General Permit (General Permit). Construction activity includes clearing, grading, excavation, stockpiling, and reconstruction of existing facilities involving removal and replacement of soil. Construction activity does not include routine maintenance, such as maintenance of original line and grade, hydraulic capacity, or original purpose of the facility.
Who should apply, and who is the proper signatory?
- The General Permit currently states the owner of the land where the construction activity is occurring is responsible for obtaining a permit and for signing the certification statement on the Notice of Intent (NOI). Language in Section C 9: "Signatory Requirements" allows a duly authorized representative to sign documents including the NOI.
What are the fees associated with the Permit?
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The fee is calculated by the acre. Contact the state for a current fee schedule.
You will continue to receive an annual invoice until your project is complete and a Notice of Termination is submitted and approved by the Regional Water Quality Control Board.
Where do I send the NOI application?
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Mail a complete NOI package including: the original signed NOI, site map, and appropriate fee to the State Water Resources Control Board at the following address:
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Regular Mail:
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State Water Resources Control Board
Division of Water Quality
Attn: Storm Water Section
PO Box 1977
Sacramento, CA 95812-1977
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State Water Resources Control Board
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FedEx or other overnight mail
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State Water Resources Control Board
Division of Water Quality
Attn: Storm Water Section
1001 I Street
Sacramento, CA 95814
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State Water Resources Control Board
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Regular Mail:
Whom should I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions concerning the General Permit please email the State Water Resources Control Board at stormwater@swrcb.ca.gov or call (916) 341-5537.
California Regional Water Quality Control Board Central Valley Region
Brett Stevens
(916) 464-4642
Information is also available at the SWRCB web site: http://www.swrcb.ca.gov/stormwtr/construction.html
Construction Best Management Practice Manual - This BMP manual, created by the California Stormwater Quality Association (CASQA), has a Microsoft Word Document Template that you can download to create your Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.
New Development and Redevelopment Best Management Practice Manual - This BMP manual was also created by CASQA. It is an excellent tool for project planning and design.