Environmental Rules in Newark, OH (2026)
2 verified environmental rules for Newark, Ohio, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
Stormwater Management
Newark CO Chapter 1054 (Stormwater Management Code) regulates discharges to the municipal storm sewer system (MS4). Section 1054.16 prohibits non-stormwater discharges and lists narrow exemptions including dechlorinated swimming pool water (under 1 ppm chlorine).
Newark Stormwater Management
Heavy RestrictionsFlood Zones
Newark participates in the National Flood Insurance Program and enforces a Flood Damage Reduction ordinance (Ord. 07-8). Construction in FEMA-designated Special Flood Hazard Areas requires a floodplain development permit and elevation of the lowest floor at or above the Base Flood Elevation.
Newark Floodplain Regulations
Heavy RestrictionsLooking for Licking County county-wide rules?
County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Newark city rules.
Environmental Rules in Licking County →