Stormwater Management: Concord vs Pittsburg
How do stormwater management rules compare between Concord, CA and Pittsburg, CA?
Concord and Pittsburg have similar restriction levels.
Concord, CA
Contra Costa County
Concord prohibits all illicit discharges to the storm drain system under CMC Title 8 and MRP NPDES Permit R2-2022-0118. Violators face administrative fines starting at $100 and escalating to $1,000+ per day, plus full cleanup cost recovery.
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Contra Costa County
Pittsburg's illicit discharge ordinance prohibits dumping of any non-stormwater substance into the storm drain system under Contra Costa Clean Water Program MRP NPDES requirements. Enforcement includes fines of $100 to $10,000 per day and potential criminal penalties under California Water Code for hazardous substance discharges.
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Concord FAQ
What counts as an illicit discharge?
Anything other than rain water going into the storm drain - wash water, paint, oil, pool water, pet waste, sediment, chemicals. Exempt items include residential car wash runoff and AC condensate.
What if I accidentally spilled something into the gutter?
Stop the source, contain with absorbent materials, and call Concord Public Works or the CCCWP hotline. Prompt cleanup reduces penalties.
Are HOA pool drains illicit discharges?
Yes unless dechlorinated, pH-neutral, and drained to landscaped areas. Pool water to the storm drain without treatment is a violation.
Pittsburg FAQ
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