Stormwater Management: Richmond vs San Ramon
How do stormwater management rules compare between Richmond, CA and San Ramon, CA?
Richmond and San Ramon have similar restriction levels.
Richmond, CA
Contra Costa County
Richmond's Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) program, mandated under the MRP NPDES permit, prohibits all non-stormwater discharges to the municipal storm sewer system with fines up to $10,000 per day.
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Contra Costa County
San Ramon prohibits illicit discharges to its storm drain system under the Municipal Regional Stormwater Permit (MRP) and local ordinance. Illicit discharges include any non-stormwater entering the MS4 — wastewater, wash water, chemicals, paint, oil, sediment, and pool water. Violations carry fines up to $10,000 per day under California Water Code Section 13385 and local penalties. Reporting is encouraged through the Contra Costa Clean Water Program or San Ramon Public Services.
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