Unincorporated Ventura County is covered by the Ventura County MS4 NPDES Permit for stormwater management. All development must comply with stormwater quality standards. Illicit discharge to storm drains is prohibited.
The Ventura County Watershed Protection District manages stormwater infrastructure. New development and significant redevelopment must comply with stormwater quality standards and Low Impact Development (LID) requirements. Commercial and industrial facilities must implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans. Illicit discharge of anything other than stormwater into the storm drain system is prohibited. The county's grading and building permit processes include stormwater review. Report illegal dumping to (805) 654-2001.
Illicit discharge to storm drains carries administrative fines and potential Regional Water Quality Control Board penalties up to $10,000/day. Failure to implement required stormwater controls may result in withholding of building permits.
Ojai, CA
Ojai enforces strict decibel limits to protect the peaceful valley environment. Residential noise standards are among the more restrictive in Ventura County.
Ojai, CA
Ojai's noise ordinance prohibits racing engines, unnecessary idling for more than 10 minutes, and intentional tire screeching. CA Vehicle Code §27007 (95 dBA...
Ojai, CA
Ojai regulates noise under OMC Chapter 7-6, incorporating Ventura County noise standards. Residential nighttime noise must not exceed 45 dBA at the property ...
Ojai, CA
Amplified music in Ojai is governed by the general noise ordinance (OMC Chapter 7-6). Outdoor amplified music requires a special event permit if audible beyo...
Ojai, CA
Nuisance barking violates Ojai's noise ordinance (OMC Title 5, Chapter 11). Police may charge property owners for law enforcement costs after the first respo...
Ojai, CA
CVC §22651 limits vehicles to 72 hours on public streets. Ojai enforces parking through the Ventura County Sheriff's Department. The small downtown area has ...
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