EPA has issued general permits covering industrial activities and construction activities. States, where applicable, also have permitting authority. Multi-sector Permits 1. Any facility that falls into one of 29 general sectors could apply for coverage under the five-year permit. Multi-sector permits may require sampling for all industry deciding to cover whether it is necessary or not.
Industry needs to determine what is cost-effective.
Populations under 100,000 are required to comply to stormwater rules. Must update on a regular basis. First step is to identify sources of stormwater contamination 4. Next, BMP. A. Best Management Practices 1. Any practice that prevents the pollution of a waterway.