Westland requires Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control (SESC) permits for projects disturbing 1 acre or within 500 feet of a lake, stream, or Rouge River tributary.
Under Part 91 of Michigan Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (MCL 324.9101), Westland projects disturbing 1 acre or more of earth or within 500 feet of a body of water must obtain a Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control (SESC) permit from Wayne County SESC Agency before construction. Common controls include silt fencing, straw wattles, inlet protection, stabilized construction entrances, and temporary seeding. Contractors must maintain controls throughout the project and until permanent stabilization is established. Failure to install or maintain controls can trigger stop-work orders, daily fines, and EGLE enforcement. The Rouge River and its tributaries flow through Westland, making riparian erosion control especially important. Inspections occur at regular intervals and before certificate of occupancy issuance.
Contact your local code enforcement office for specific penalty information.
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