Richmond's UDC Division 4.3.400 requires erosion and sediment control plans for qualifying land-disturbing activities, with submittals reviewed by the Public Works Director before site work begins.
Under Richmond's Unified Development Code Division 4.3.400 (Grading, Erosion, and Stormwater Management), an erosion and sediment control plan must be submitted with each site development application that involves land-disturbing activity meeting threshold criteria, such as disturbing five or more acres. Plans typically include silt fencing, stabilized construction entrances, inlet protection, and revegetation measures. The Director of Public Works has authority to waive requirements where they are not necessary. Permittees must maintain controls throughout construction and stabilize disturbed areas after completion.
Disturbing land without an approved erosion control plan, failing to install or maintain BMPs, or allowing sediment to leave the site can result in stop-work orders and civil penalties under Richmond's UDC.
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