Gaithersburg, MD Environmental Rules: Erosion Control (2026)

The Public Works Department performs a variety of services including snow removal, street sweeping, repair and maintenance of streets, sidewalks and storm drains, and beautification of streets, public buildings, and parks. Recycling, city vehicle maintenance and stormwater management are also provided. Engineering functions include reviews of site plans, sediment control, storm drainage, paving, and site plans for new developments. [...] The Engineering Services Division is responsible for Capital Improvement Projects for the City's Public Infrastructure assets (roadways, street lighting, parks, bridges and culverts). It is also responsible for ensuring that land development plans conform to City and State standards. [...] The Environmental Services Division is responsible for the Stormwater Management Program, Sustainability Program and Forestry needs for the City. In this capacity, the division manages Capital Improvement Projects for the City's Public Stormwater assets (green streets, ponds, stream restoration and storm drain system). This program is funded through collection and use of the Stormwater Program Fee. This Division is responsible for compliance with the City's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which include activities such as spill response and cleanup along with public education and outreach programs. The Division completes Stormwater and erosion and sediment control reviews for development plans, NRI/FSD and landscape plans and assists residents with environmental clean ups, watershed planning, climate action planning and energy reduction activities.