Albuquerque, NM Environmental Rules: Erosion Control (2026)

E. Erosion and Stormwater Pollution Control. All grading within the City of Albuquerque must be performed in a manner which prevents the movement of significant and damaging amounts of sediment onto adjacent property and public facilities by both water and wind, and minimizes the impacts to stormwater runoff quality. Every project involving the grading of more than 1.0 acres or the importation or excavation of more than 500 cubic yards of soil must be accompanied by an approved erosion control plan. To conform with EPA stormwater regulations, a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan shall also be provided for all grading of 1.0 acre or more. 1. Construction Phase: It is the responsibility of the contractor to implement the erosion and stormwater pollution control plans during the construction phase. Failure to do so promptly may result in a "stop-work order" being issued and maintained until repair and clean-up is completed to City Engineer satisfaction.