HB 2858 - DIGEST

Provides that, for storm water discharges associated with small construction activity as identified in 40 C.F.R. 122.26(b)(15), the department may include conditions that incorporate by reference qualified local erosion and sediment control program requirements in construction storm water general permits. A qualified local erosion and sediment control program, at a minimum, must require construction site operators to: (1) Implement appropriate erosion and sediment control best management practices;

(2) Control at the construction site waste that may cause adverse impacts to water quality, such as discarded building materials, concrete truck washout, chemicals, litter, and sanitary waste;

(3) Develop and implement a storm water pollution prevention plan; and

(4) Submit for review and approval by the qualified local program a site plan that incorporates consideration of potential water quality impacts.