Riverside enforces stormwater regulations under its Municipal Code and the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board MS4 permit. The city requires Low Impact Development (LID) standards for new development and redevelopment projects. Construction sites disturbing one acre or more must prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). Post-construction BMPs must treat stormwater quality volume before discharge to the Santa Ana River watershed.
Riverside enforces stormwater management regulations to prevent flooding and protect water quality. New construction and major renovations must include stormwater management plans. Impervious surface limits may apply in residential zones. Low-impact development techniques like rain gardens, permeable pavers, and bioswales are encouraged or required. Erosion and sediment control plans needed during construction. Post-construction stormwater facilities must be maintained by property owners. Municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) permits govern city-wide discharge.
Failure to implement stormwater plan: stop-work order. Illicit discharge to storm drains: fines $500 to $10,000. Maintenance failures: notice and fines after non-compliance.
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