Cleveland requires stormwater management for all development projects under the city's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit and Codified Ordinances Chapter 541. Projects disturbing one acre or more must obtain an Ohio EPA Construction General Permit and prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Post-construction best management practices are required to manage runoff quality and volume.
The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (NEORSD) administers stormwater management in the Cleveland service area. All development and redevelopment projects must comply with sediment and erosion control requirements during construction and install permanent post-construction stormwater controls. The city enforces regulations in coordination with Ohio EPA's NPDES program. Stormwater utility fees fund infrastructure maintenance.
Violations can result in stop-work orders, permit revocation, and civil penalties. Illicit discharges to the storm sewer system are prohibited under the Clean Water Act and city code.
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