6.17.090 - Installation, implementation and maintenance of BMPs.

(a)

No person shall install or implement a BMP that transfers pollutants to air, groundwater, surface soils, and/or other media in a manner inconsistent with applicable environmental laws and regulations; Install a structural BMP for the purpose of treating, neutralizing, disposing of, monitoring, or diverting to the sanitary sewer system any runoff without the approval of the Director. Such facilities may be subject to plan review, application, and issuance of operating permits pursuant to this code.

(b)

BMP implementation. Operators of construction sites, new or redeveloped land, and industrial and commercial facilities are required to minimize the discharge of pollutants to the MS4 through the installation, implementation, or maintenance of BMPs consistent with the city LID guidelines and the city green streets policy guidelines. Structural control practices must be properly operated and maintained, with documentation of their effectiveness.

(Ord. No. 676, § 1, 2-2-2016)