Why is erosion control important?
Site stabilization and erosion control measures are a required part of any project. These measures are important to minimize environmental impacts from construction activities.
Will I be fined if I don't follow the Erosion Control Plan?
Local issuing agencies as well as State EPD and Federal EPA officials have the authority to stop all construction activities on any project if they feel the approved erosion control plan is not being followed properly. They also have the power to assess monetary damages and fines if any offsite impacts occur up to $5000/day per violation in some cases.
What is stormwater and why is stormwater training important?
Stormwater is water from rain or melting snow that doesn't soak into the ground but runs off into waterways. This runoff can pick up debris, chemicals, dirt and other pollutants as it flows. Pollution conveyed by stormwater degrades the quality of drinking water, damages fisheries and habitat of plants and animals that depend on clean water for survival and can make waters used for recreational activities unsafe.
Are inspections a required part of my project?
Yes... on any site which you are grading over an acre that has any type of land development or grading permit (and in some cases, smaller sites that are part of a 'larger common development').