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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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In December of 2020, The Seattle Times reported that in a paper published in Science magazine, researchers have identified an antioxidant chemical used in tire rubber that can cause the deaths of coho salmon, particularly in the Puget Sound region: More specifically, a single chemical, 6PPD-quinone, derived from a preservative that helps tires last longer, […]

Alaska Construction General Permit Available for Review

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If your business has coverage under the Alaska Construction General Permit for Discharges from Large and Small Construction Activities, you have an opportunity to review and comment on the proposed final permit that the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) will issue to succeed the current permit. The last day to submit feedback to DEC […]

Ecology Releases New Construction Stormwater General Permit

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The Washington Department of Ecology has reissued the Construction Stormwater General Permit to take effect on January 1, 2021. The permit authorizes stormwater and approved non-stormwater discharges associated with construction activity. Permit coverage is required for the following: Ongoing construction sites that are covered under the existing permit Construction sites that disturb one acre or […]

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