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Stormwater Permit Consulting

Over the past several years, regulatory authorities and nonprofits nationwide have stepped up their efforts to enforce stormwater permit compliance.

We provide a wide range of consulting services, including assessments of stormwater permit compliance, review of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), and guidance on best management practices for implementation of stormwater controls to reduce pollutants.

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      Stormwater Permit Compliance

      Stormwater flow into lakes, rivers, wetlands, and other bodies of water is a significant source of pollution from nonpoint sources such as tire wear, oil leaks, and eroded soil. Regulatory agencies require certain industrial businesses to obtain permit coverage in order to discharge stormwater from their properties.

      We tailor our services to meet your needs and budget. Whether you require a basic compliance audit, turnkey treatment system or customized engineering, our expertise provides peace of mind. You only pay for the services you need.

      Stormwater Services We Provide

      Permit Applications

      Management of permit applications and other documentation assistance including Notice of Intent (NOI), Notice of Termination (NOT), corrective actions and more

      Stormwater Planning (SWPPP)

      Development of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), effective Visual Monitoring Reports, implementation and auditing

      Training

      Annual stormwater training to ensure your organization meets federal and state requirements that includes collecting samples that are properly based on your unique Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) or North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) parameters for measurement

      Sampling & Lab Management

      Collection of stormwater samples, storm drain solids sampling, delivery of samples, chain-of-custody management and results analysis through key partnerships with local labs

      Stormwater Inspection & Controls

      Conduct facility stormwater inspections and offer improvements to incorporates source, operational and treatment control techniques to prevent potential pollution, reduce discharge flow rates and treat existing pollution in a cost-effective manner

      Engineering Support

      Recommendations for source, operational and treatment controls when results repeatedly exceed benchmark levels or effluent limits, detailed hazardous materials and waste management, emergency response planning and inspections

      EPA/State Reporting

      Liaison to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state monitoring authorities for discharge monitoring and corrective action reports including Portal setup and administration for online reporting

      Management System Integration

      Integration of stormwater compliance into other relevant initiatives and management systems including Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC), Environmental Management System (EMS) and ISO14001

      Vessel General Permit

      Advice and compliance recommendations for open-ocean, coastal and inland maritime fleets regarding EPA’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Vessel General Permit (VGP) for water discharges that are incidental to the normal operation of vessels

      Are you in compliance with today’s stormwater regulations?

      Regulatory authorities and nonprofits are increasing their watch over stormwater compliance. Stormwater violations, if not addressed properly, can be costly. Our solid track record of stormwater management and engineering solutions will help you with all your stormwater compliance needs.

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      About Freer Consulting Company

      We have over 20 years of experience in a wide range of business consulting fields. Our well-rounded, experienced team has a proven record of meeting business needs and achieving results on-time and within budget. We work with businesses across the United States and internationally, providing both on-site and remote consultation. We pioneered the Global Virtual Playbook, which allows us to provide expert remote consultation to our clients across the globe.

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      As of January 1, 2025, Washington State’s new Industrial Stormwater General Permit (ISGP) will take effect, marking the beginning of a new regulatory cycle that will last until December 31, 2029. This update replaces the 2020 ISGP, which expires at the end of 2024, and introduces several important changes aimed at reducing industrial stormwater pollution […]

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