Frequently Asked Questions

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  SWPPP is an abbreviation for Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.  The SWPPP is a document that outlines how an industrial facility or construction project will minimize stormwater pollution. Construction sites are a well-known source of sediment and other pollutants which can cause significant harm to rivers, lakes, coastal waters, and flood control facilities. The SWPPP describes the industrial site's/contractor's activity to prevent pollution for the specific site/project. The SWPPP should be kept on the industrial/construction site and updated frequently to reflect changes at the site, including changes in personnel responsible for any steps in the compliance activity.

 Annual Reports must be submitted by projects that are enrolled under the Construction General Permit (CGP) for more than one continuous three month period and for any facility enrolled under the Industrial General Permit (IGP).     Annual Reports are to be submitted in SMARTS with a July 1 through June 30 compliance year by July 15th for the IGP and by September 1st for CGP projects. For construction projects active for more than one continuous three-month period, and that complete construction prior to September 1, an Annual Report will still be required and must be submitted electronically in SMARTS prior to notice of termination (NOT) submittal.