Ewa Gentry vs Pearl City
How do stormwater management rules compare between Ewa Gentry, HI and Pearl City, HI?
Ewa Gentry and Pearl City have similar restriction levels.
Ewa Gentry, HI
Honolulu County
Ewa Gentry properties connecting to the city's separate storm sewer system are regulated by ROH Chapter 43, Article 11, which prohibits non-stormwater discharges and implements MS4 water quality standards.
View full Ewa Gentry rules →Pearl City, HI
Honolulu County
Pearl City's drainages into Pearl Harbor estuary fall under strict ROH Chapter 43, Article 11 stormwater rules prohibiting non-stormwater discharges to the city's MS4 system.
View full Pearl City rules →Key Facts Comparison
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Ewa Gentry FAQ
Can I drain my pool into the street in Ewa Gentry?
No. Chlorinated pool water is a prohibited non-stormwater discharge under Sec. 43-11.22 and must be dechlorinated and disposed of properly.
Is washing my car in the driveway allowed?
Residential car washing is generally tolerated, but soapy runoff to the storm drain can still violate water quality standards if it carries pollutants.
Pearl City FAQ
Where can I wash my car in Pearl City without violating stormwater rules?
Use a commercial car wash that routes to sanitary sewer, or wash on a lawn where runoff infiltrates. Wash water running to a storm drain violates Sec. 43-11.22.
Does the rule cover rainwater from my roof?
Uncontaminated stormwater from roofs is allowed to enter the MS4. Only non-stormwater discharges like soapy water, chemicals, or wastewater are prohibited.
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