East Brunswick, NJ Environmental Rules: Erosion Control (2026)

Section 192-51 of the Township Code applies to all applications under Chapter 192, the site plan, P.U.R.D. and subdivision design standards. Each application must comply with the standards for Soil Erosion & Sediment Control in New Jersey by the New Jersey State Soil Conservation Committee. Plans must incorporate soil erosion and sediment control programs phased according to the scheduled progress of the development, including anticipated starting and completion dates. If no board approval or Freehold Soil Conservation Service approval is required, the applicant still submits a plan conforming to every aspect of the section.

The design principles in Subsection A apply to all aspects of the proposed land disturbance and must be in operation during all stages of the disturbance activity. Stripping of vegetation, grading or other soil disturbance is done in a manner that minimizes erosion. Natural vegetation is retained and protected whenever feasible. Temporary seeding, mulching or other suitable stabilization measures protect exposed critical areas during construction. Drainage provisions accommodate increased runoff resulting from modified soil and surface conditions. Runoff is minimized and retained on site wherever possible to facilitate groundwater recharge. Sediment shall be retained on site, and diversions, sediment basins and similar required structures are installed prior to any on-site grading or land disturbance.

Fill and grading rules follow. Lots receiving fill get clean fill and/or topsoil, graded to allow complete surface draining into local storm sewer systems or natural drainage courses. No regrading is permitted that would create or aggravate water stagnation or a drainage problem on site or on adjacent properties. Grading is limited to areas shown on an approved site plan or subdivision, and disturbed topsoil is redistributed throughout the site. Excavation of soil other than for approved structures and supporting facilities such as streets, driveways and parking areas is prohibited.

Subsection B sets the maintenance period: one year after completion of the improvements, or until the measures are permanently stabilized as determined by the Township Engineer, whichever is longer. For major developments, § 192-53C also ties the minimum erosion control standard to the Soil and Sediment Control Act, N.J.S.A. 4:24-39 et seq., and the rules at N.J.A.C. 2:90.