5 rules for unincorporated Saratoga County, New York.
Verified from official government sources
Saratoga County follows NYSDEC SPDES MS4 General Permit. Projects disturbing 1 acre or more require Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs). Saratoga Lake watershed has enhanced protections.
Erosion control required for any disturbance over 5,000 square feet under most town codes, following NY Standards and Specifications for Erosion and Sediment Control (Blue Book).
Saratoga County has no ocean coastline but regulates waterfront development along the Hudson River, Mohawk River, Saratoga Lake, and Lake Desolation under NY ECL Article 15 (Protection of Waters), Article 24 (Freshwater Wetlands), and local waterfront revitalization programs.
Saratoga County participates in the NFIP. Hudson River, Mohawk River, Fish Creek, Kayaderosseras Creek, and Saratoga Lake shorelines include mapped FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas. Base flood elevation plus 2 feet freeboard required for new construction.
Grading permits required for earthwork exceeding 50 cubic yards in most towns. Positive drainage away from structures and preservation of natural flow patterns required.
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