Harris County requires erosion and sediment control plans for all construction activity in unincorporated areas as part of the Stormwater Quality Permit. Construction sites over 1 acre must also obtain TCEQ SWPPP coverage under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
Harris County's Stormwater Quality Management regulations require erosion and sediment control measures on all construction sites in unincorporated areas. Construction sites disturbing 1 acre or more must also obtain TPDES stormwater coverage from TCEQ, which requires a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Harris County requires construction control measures including silt fencing, inlet protection, and stabilized construction entrances. Deficiencies noted during county inspection must be corrected within 72 hours. The SWQ permit is required in addition to any other development permits.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Harris County code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
Humble, TX
Humble Code §8.03.011 prohibits construction, demolition, and power lawn mower operation between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Heavy equipment (§8.03.008) also prohi...
Humble, TX
Keeping any animal or bird that causes frequent or long-continued noise disturbing the vicinity is a violation of Humble's noise ordinance (Art. 8.03).
Humble, TX
Aircraft noise is federally preempted. Humble has no local aircraft noise ordinance. The city is near Houston Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH).
Humble, TX
Humble does not have a standalone ordinance regulating leaf blower use. Gas-powered and electric leaf blowers are permitted for residential and commercial la...
Humble, TX
Humble Code of Ordinances Chapter 38 (Nuisances) prohibits unreasonably loud or disturbing sounds including amplified music. Sound from loudspeakers, PA syst...
Humble, TX
Humble regulates driveway construction and parking on residential property. Vehicles must be parked on improved surfaces — parking on grass, dirt, or unpaved...
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