Industrial permit holders who enter Level 2 Status will be required to implement Advanced BMPs to address pollutants in storm water runoff. If your sample results are exceeding Numeric Action Levels (NALs) by 30% and your facility is at risk of becoming Level 2 Status, a Treatment System may be necessary to reduce exceedances. Implementing treatment on your site now, can help prevent further enforcement action from the State and Regional Water Boards and the threat of lawsuits from Third Party Environmental Groups. For more information about storm water treatment systems, visit www.StormWaterSystems.net.
Industrial facilities that can show all industrial activities, materials, and wastes have no exposure to storm water can apply for a No Exposure Certification, (NEC). An NEC requires that the discharger submits facility diagrams, performs an annual inspection, and certifies that conditions of no exposure are maintained. Upon application a $200 permit fee is required. Facilities that were considered “light industry” under the old IGP, may now qualify for an NEC. Click here for more information on applying for an NEC.