Environmental Rules in Marion, OH (2026)
2 verified environmental rules for Marion, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Stormwater Management
In the City of Marion, Ohio, the owner of each development area must prepare a Post-Construction Storm Water Management Plan under § 915.5.4. The plan names who maintains each stormwater practice, and that duty runs into perpetuity. The City Engineer reviews the plan, and violations are first-degree misdemeanors under § 915.5.6.
Post-Construction Stormwater Rules in Marion, Ohio
Significant RestrictionsMarion Codified Ordinances § 915.5.4
In order to control Post-Construction water quality damage and damage to public and private lands, the owner of each development area shall be responsible for developing a Post-Construction Storm Water Management Plan. ... 5. This plan will identify the person or entity responsible for continued maintenance of all vegetative and/or mechanical BMPs for both the construction and Post-Construction...
Erosion Control
In the City of Marion, Ohio, a parcel disturbing one (1) acre or more needs an approved Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3) before soil disturbing work starts or a zoning permit issues. Chapter 915.75 sets sediment control timing, seven-day site inspections, a cash bond, and misdemeanor penalties enforced through the City Engineer.
Construction Erosion and Sediment Control in Marion, Ohio
Significant RestrictionsMarion Codified Ordinances § 915.75.09
Structural practices shall be used to control erosion and trap sediment from a site remaining disturbed for more than 14 days. ( ... 1) Timing. ... Sediment control structures shall be functional throughout the course of earth disturbing activity. Sediment basins and perimeter sediment barriers shall be implemented prior to grading and within seven (7) days from the start of grubbing. ... (h) I...