Boynton Beach requires stormwater management permits through South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) for developments over 10,000 sq ft. City Code Chapter 26 prohibits illicit discharge and requires onsite retention for new construction.
City Code Chapter 26 and LDR Chapter 4 Article VIII implement NPDES MS4 stormwater requirements. SFWMD Environmental Resource Permit (ERP) required for projects disturbing over 1 acre or impacting wetlands. Onsite retention required to hold the first 1 inch of runoff per FL §373.4131. Drainage to the Intracoastal Waterway and Lake Worth Lagoon regulated to protect seagrass and mangrove habitat. Illicit connections to storm sewers (oil, soap, sewage) prohibited with $10,000 max fine under Clean Water Act.
Illicit discharge: $250-$10,000 depending on material and volume. Unpermitted land disturbance: $500/day and restoration required. NPDES violations reportable to FDEP.
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