Stormwater Management: Dublin vs Grove City
How do stormwater management rules compare between Dublin, OH and Grove City, OH?
Dublin and Grove City have similar restriction levels.
Dublin, OH
Franklin County
Dublin implements Ohio EPA MS4 stormwater requirements under Chapter 53 of city code. New development must manage post-construction runoff on-site using detention, retention, or green infrastructure. Scioto River watershed protection is a priority.
View full Dublin rules →Grove City, OH
Franklin County
Grove City is an NPDES MS4 permittee under Ohio EPA (OHQ000002). All new development disturbing 1+ acre requires an SWP3 (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan) and post-construction BMPs. Big Darby Creek subwatershed sites face heightened standards.
View full Grove City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Dublin | Grove City |
|---|---|---|
| MS4 Status | Phase II permitted | - |
| Permit Threshold | 1 acre disturbance | - |
| BMP | Capture 3/4 inch runoff | - |
| Watershed | Scioto River | - |
| NPDES Permit | - | OHQ000002 MS4 |
| Code | - | GC Ch 921 |
| SWP3 Threshold | - | 1+ acre disturbance |
| Stormwater Fee | - | ~$60/ERU/year |
| Accord | - | Big Darby Creek |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Dublin FAQ
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Dublin?
Dublin code enforcement at (614) 410-4400 handles complaints.
Grove City FAQ
Who enforces this in Grove City?
Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.
Who enforces this in Grove City?
Grove City code enforcement at (614) 277-3100 handles complaints.
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