Bakersfield requires erosion and sediment control on all construction and grading activities under the city's grading ordinance and stormwater management regulations. The San Joaquin Valley's dry climate and high winds make dust and erosion control particularly important. All grading permits require erosion control plans approved by Public Works.
Construction projects must implement Best Management Practices including silt fences, fiber rolls, stabilized construction entrances, and dust control measures. Projects disturbing one acre or more must file a SWPPP under the California Construction General Permit. The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District also requires dust control under Rule 8011 for earthmoving activities. Temporary erosion controls must be in place before grading begins and maintained until permanent stabilization is achieved.
Failure to implement erosion controls can result in stop-work orders from city inspectors. Violations of stormwater discharge rules carry penalties up to $1,000 per day under BMC 8.56. The Air District may impose separate penalties for fugitive dust violations. State Water Board penalties for Construction General Permit violations can reach $10,000 per day.
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