Grading/construction sites require erosion and sediment controls per Clovis Municipal Code Title 9 and the city's SWPPP requirements. BMPs required year-round, with enhanced controls during the wet season (Oct 1–Apr 30).
Projects disturbing 1+ acres must file a Notice of Intent under the State Construction General Permit and prepare a SWPPP. Smaller sites still need BMPs (silt fences, fiber rolls, stabilized entrances) per city grading standards. Clovis Public Works inspects active grading sites. This erosion control rule under Clovis's environmental ordinances applies to properties within Clovis city limits. For current statutory text, amendments, enforcement procedures, fines, appeal options, and any exemptions that may apply to your situation, contact Clovis code enforcement directly or consult the official California municipal code library. Ordinances change periodically; always verify with local staff before relying on summary information.
Sediment discharge to storm drains or Dry Creek: stop-work, cleanup costs, state water board fines up to $10,000/day under the Porter-Cologne Act.
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Construction in Clovis permitted 7 AM-7 PM Mon-Sat. No Sunday or federal holiday construction without a permit. City projects exempt.
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Clovis has no local aircraft noise ordinance. The City is about 8 miles from Fresno Yosemite International Airport, and CMC 9.22.080(F)(4) exempts federally ...
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Amplified music audible beyond the property line during quiet hours violates CMC §5.24. Special event sound permits required for Old Town Clovis events.
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CMC 5.27.603 requires permits for amplified outdoor music audible beyond property lines. Vehicle-mounted sound devices are banned on streets under CMC 5.27.608.
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Clovis Municipal Code §6.04 prohibits habitual barking/noise from dogs. Continuous barking 10+ minutes or intermittent 30+ minutes can be cited as a nuisance.
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Exotic animals prohibited under CA Fish & Game Code §2118 and CCR Title 14 §671. Ferrets, hedgehogs, monkeys, most wild animals illegal statewide. Clovis enf...
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