Development sites disturbing one half acre or more must implement post-construction stormwater treatment under Burlington's stormwater ordinance, aligning with Vermont's Lake Champlain phosphorus TMDL and state Act 64 (Clean Water Act).
The Department of Public Works enforces stormwater rules requiring engineered treatment practices — bioretention, gravel wetlands, infiltration — to capture the water quality volume from impervious surfaces. Sites within the Lake Champlain watershed must demonstrate phosphorus reduction consistent with the EPA-approved TMDL. Burlington also operates an MS4 (municipal separate storm sewer system) permit with mapping, illicit discharge prohibition, and public education obligations. Redevelopment triggers reduced thresholds.
Civil penalties up to $5,000 per day under VT 10 V.S.A. §8221; stop-work orders for unpermitted discharge.
Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
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Burlington, VT
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