State General Construction Permit (NPDES) Compliance

RBF Consulting (RBF) has the expertise and experience to provide guidance to our clients to assist with compliance of State and Federal Storm Water Quality Regulations during construction of Land Development projects.

Storm water quality regulation continues to evolve at both the State and Federal level. Some recent changes to the State Construction General Permit require new procedures in the field and for the preparation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs). California is now implementing Phase II Storm Water Regulations under the Clean Water Act, which reduced the Permit applicability acreage from the previous minimum of 5 acres down to 1 acre.

In 2004, the State Water Resources Control Board is expected to adopt a new Construction General Permit. Potential changes could include stronger enforcement language, Regional Board review of SWPPPs, additional runoff water quality testing requirements, specific performance standards and increased training requirements. Local Regional Boards, who are responsible for ensuring implementation of the Construction General Permit, have begun an aggressive program to step up review and enforcement of the permit provisions. Cities and Counties are also dramatically increasing inspection and enforcement on construction sites to comply with their municipal NPDES requirements.

RBF Consulting can provide assistance to ensure compliance with the construction process in the following areas:

1. Onsite Training: For office and field personnel. RBF can also provide current information on regulatory requirements through a newsletter or similar format.

2. Construction Site Inspection: Site inspection including SWPPP review and implementation of Best Management Practices (BMP’s) in the field.

3. SWPPP Preparation: Preparation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans.

4. Site Operations: Including sampling data collection and results interpretation, assistance with response to request or notices from regulators, coordination of annual compliance certification and assistance in documenting changes to site ownership (COI and NOT filings). Assistance with BMP implementation.

In addition, RBF has personnel with background and expertise in construction management and the State General Construction Permit, allowing our staff to effectively interface with field personnel, and implement programs that are effective and practical. For more information please contact RBF experts Larry Sample and Tom Bonigut at 800-479-3808.