HomeMy WebLinkAboutNCS000478_Approved SWMP_20230801 Draft Stormwater Management Plan
Town of Laurel Park
NCS000478
January 31, 2023
Table of Contents
PART 1:INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................1
PART 2: CERTIFICATION......................................................................................................................2
PART3:MS4 INFORMATION................................................................................................................3
3.1 Permitted MS4 Area...................................................................................................................3
3.2 Existing MS4 Mapping...............................................................................................................4
3.3 Receiving Waters.........................................................................................................................5
3.4 MS4 Interconnection...................................................................................................................5
3.5 Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) ....................................................................................6
3.6 Endangered and Threatened Species and Critical Habitat.....................................................6
3.7 Industrial Facility Discharges ....................................................................................................7
3.8 Non-Stormwater Discharges ......................................................................................................8
3.9 Target Pollutants and Sources ...................................................................................................9
PART 4: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION.............................12
4.1 Organizational Structure..........................................................................................................12
LaurelPark Town Council.......................................................................................................................12
4.2 Program Funding and Budget..................................................................................................14
4.3 Shared Responsibility................................................................................................................14
4.4 Co-Permittees ............................................................................................................................15
4.5 Measurable Goals for Program Administration ....................................................................15
PART 5: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM.....................................................17
PART 6: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION PROGRAM.....................................20
PART 7: ILLICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION PROGRAM......................22
PART 8: CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM.............................................26
PART 9:POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM..................................28
PART 10: POLLUTION PREVENTION AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAMS.........34
List of Tables
Table 1: Summary of MS4 Mapping
Table 2: Summary of MS4 Receiving Waters
Table 3: Summary of Approved TMDLs
Table 4: Summary of Federally Listed Species/Habitat Impacted by Surface Water Quality
Table 5: NPDES Stormwater Permitted Industrial Facilities
Table 6: Non-Stormwater Discharges
Table 7: Summary of Target Pollutants and Sources
Table 8: Summary of Responsible Parties
Table 9: Shared Responsibilities
Table 10: Co-Permittee Contact Information
Table 11: Program Administration BMPs
Table 12: Summary of Target Pollutants&Audiences
Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Table 14: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Table 16: Qualifying Alternative Program Components for Construction Site Runoff Control Program
Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Table 18: Qualifying Alternative Program(s) for Post-Construction Site Runoff Control Program
Table 19: Summary of Existing Post-Construction Program Elements
Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Table 21: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping BMPs
PART 1: INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this Stormwater Management Plan(SWMP)is to establish and define the means by which
the Town of Laurel Park will comply with its National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System(MS4) Permit and the applicable provisions of the Clean Water
Act to meet the federal standard of reducing pollutants in stormwater runoff to the maximum extent
practicable.
This SWMP identifies the specific elements and minimum measures that the Town of Laurel Park will
develop, implement, enforce, evaluate,and report to the North Carolina Department of Environmental
Quality(NCDEQ)Division of Energy, Minerals and Land Resources(DEMLR)in order to comply with
the MS4 Permit number NCS000478, as issued by NCDEQ. This permit covers activities associated with
the discharge of stormwater from the MS4 as owned and operated by the Town of Laurel Park and located
within the corporate limits of the Town of Laurel Park.
In preparing this SWMP,the Town of Laurel Park has evaluated its MS4 and the permit requirements to
develop a comprehensive 5-year SWMP that will meet the community's needs, address local water
quality issues, and provide the minimum measures necessary to comply with the permit. The SWMP will
be evaluated and updated annually to ensure that the elements and minimum measures it contains
continue to adequately provide for permit compliance and the community's needs.
Once the SWMP is approved by NCDEQ, all provisions contained and referenced in this SWMP, along
with any approved modifications of the SWMP,are incorporated by reference into the permit and become
enforceable parts of the permit. Any major changes to the approved SWMP will require resubmittal,
review, and approval by NCDEW, and may require a new public comment period depending on the
nature of the changes.
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PART 2: CERTIFICATION
By my signature below I hereby certify,under penalty of law,that this document and all attachments were
prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or
persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the
information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief,true, accurate, and complete.
I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of
fines and imprisonment for knowing violations.
I am also aware that the contents of this document shall become an enforceable part of the NPDES MS4
Permit, and that both the Division and the Environmental Protection Agency have NPDES MS4 Permit
compliance and enforcement authority.
❑ I am a ranking elected official.
® I am a principal executive officer for the permitted MS4.
❑ 1 am a duly authorized representative for the permitted MS4 and have attached the authorization made
in writing by a principal executive officer or ranking elected official which specifies me as(check one):
❑ A specific individual having overall responsibility for stormwater matters.
❑ A specific position having overall responsibility for stormwater matters.
Signature:
Print
Name: Alex Carmichael
Title: Town Manager
Signed this January 31,2023.
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PART 3: MS4 INFORMATION
3.1 Permitted MS4 Area
This SWMP applies throughout the corporate limits of the Town of Laurel Park,including all regulated
activities associated with the discharge of stormwater from the MS4. The map below shows the corporate
limits of the Town of Laurel Park as of the date of this document.
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3.2 Existing MS4 Mapping
The current MS4 mapping includes inlets and catch basins,pipes with flow direction,culverts,outfalls
and receiving waters. Major outfalls are identified in a separate data layer. Information such as material,
depth,diameter, and condition are also recorded, and a photo is linked to inlets and outfalls.
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Table 1: Summary of Current MS4 Mapping
Percent of MS4 Area Mapped 95 %
No. of Major Outfalls*Mapped 5 total
*An outfall is a point where the MS4 discharges from a pipe or other conveyance(e.g. a ditch)directly
into surface waters. Major outfalls are required to be mapped to meet permit requirements. A major
outfall is a 36-inch diameter pipe or discharge from a drainage area > 50-acres; and for industrial zoned
areas a 12-inch diameter pipe or a drainage area > 2-acres.
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3.3 Receiving Waters
The Town of Laurel Park MS4 is located within the French Broad River Basin and discharges directly
into receiving waters as listed in Table 2 below. Applicable water quality standards listed below are
compiled from the following NCDEQ sources:
o Waterbodv Classification Man
o Impaired Waters and TMDL Mau
o Most recent NCDEQ Final 303 d List
Table 2: Summary of MS4 Receiving Waters
Receiving Water Name Stream Water 303(d)Listed Parameter(s)
Index/AU Quality of Interest
Number Classification
Shaw Creek 6-50 WS-IV n/a
Echo Lake and Briar Lake 6-50-1 WS-IV n/a
Bri htwater Branch 6-50-2 WS-IV,B n/a
FinleyCreek 6-55-6-1-1 B n/a
North Fork Big Willow Creek 6-46-2 C; Tr n/a
Ton 's Creek 6-55-6-2 B n/a
Wash Creek 6-55-7 B n/a
3.4 MS4 Interconnection
The Town of Laurel Park MS4 is not interconnected with another regulated MS4 and directly discharges
to the receiving waters as listed in Table 2 above.
The MS4 does interconnect with the statewide NCDOT MS4 and includes:
a. The interconnection may be receiving stormwater from the NCDOT MS4. The number of
interconnections is unknown.
b. The interconnection may be discharging stormwater into the NCDOT MS4. The number of
interconnections is unknown.
c. The Town of Laurel Park MS4 mapping does not yet identify interconnections with the
NCDOT MS4.
d. The Town of Laurel Park MS4 mapping does not include NCDOT MS4 outfalls.
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As a part of the MS4 mapping update,the nature of the interconnection will be evaluated and
documented.
3.5 Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)
No total maximum daily loads have been established in the MS4,as determined by the map and list
provided on the NCDEO Modeling& Assessment Unit web page. There is a statewide TMDL for
mercury;however,the French Broad River Basin was not an area of concern. The following link provides
additional information on the NC Statewide Mercury TMDL.
https:Hfiles nc gov/ncdeq/Water%20Ouality/Planning/TMDL/FINAL°/`20TMDLS/Statewide/NCMercu
TMDL EPASubmit.pdf.
Table 3: Summary of Approved TMDLs
Water Body Name TMDL Pollutant(s) of Concern Stormwater Water
Waste Quality
Load Recovery
Allocation Program
N/A N/A N N
3.6 Endangered and Threatened Species and Critical Habitat
Significant populations of threatened or endangered species and/or critical habitat are identified within the
regulated MS4 urbanized area. Based upon a review of the Endangered and Threatened Species and
Species of Concern by County for North Carolina Map and Listed species believed to or known to occur
in North Carolina may as provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service,the species listed in Table 4
have the potential to occur within the regulated MS4 urbanized area. Of those species listed,Table 4
summarizes the species that may be significantly impacted by the quality of surface waters within their
habitat.
A description of Federal Listing Status codes is found below:
• BGPA: Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act
• T(S/A): threatened due to similarity of appearance. A taxon that is threatened due to similarity of
appearance with another listed species andis listed for its protection. Taxa listed as T(S/A) are
not biologically endangered or threatened.
• T: "threatened". A species likely to become endangered within the foreseeable future throughout
all or a significant portion of its range.
• E• "endangered". A species in danger of extinction throughout all or a significant portion of its
range
• ARS: at-risk species. Species that are petitioned, candidates, or proposed for listing under the
Endangered Species Act.
• FSC: federal species of concern. Informal term. It is not defined in the federal Endangered
Species Act. In North Carolina,the Asheville and Raleigh Field Offices of the US Fish and
Wildlife Service define Federal Species of Concern as those species that appear to be in decline
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or otherwise in need of conservation and are under consideration for listing or for which there is
insufficient information to support listing at this time.
Table 4: Potential Federally Listed Species/Habitat Impacted by Surface Water Quality
Scientific Name Common name Species Group Federal Listing
Status
Haliaeetus leucoce halus Bald eagle Vertebrate BGPA
Glyptemys muhlenber ii Bog turtle Vertebrate T S/A
Glaucomys sabrinus coloratus Carolina northern flying Vertebrate E
squirrel
M otis leibii Eastern small-footed bat Vertebrate ARS
M otis grisescens Gray bat Vertebrate E
Aneides aeneus Green salamander Vertebrate ARS
Cryptobranchus alle aniensis Hellbender Vertebrate ARS
M otis se tentrionalis Northern long-eared bat Vertebrate T
Desmognathus wri hti Pygmy salamander ' Vertebrate FSC
Sphyrapicus varius appalachiensis Yellow-bellied sapsucker Vertebrate FSC
(Southern Appalachian
population)
Alasmidonta raveneliana Appalachian elktoe Invertebrate E
Cambarus reburrus French Broad crayfish Invertebrate FSC
Bombus affrnis Rusty-patched bumble bee Invertebrate E
Lasmi ona holstonia Tennessee heels litter Invertebrate ARS
Packera millefolium Divided-leaf ragwort Vascular Plant FSC
Sa ittaria fasciculata Bunched arrowhead Vascular Plant E
Ju lans cinerea Butternut Vascular Plant FSC
Carex communis var. am lis uama Fort Mountain sedge Vascular Plant FSC
L simachia fraseri Fraser's loosestrife Vascular Plant FSC
Hexast lis rhombiformis French Broad heartleaf Vascular Plant FSC
Lilium grayi Gra 's lily Vascular Plant FSC
Marshallia grandiflora Large-flowered barbara's- Vascular Plant FSC
buttons
Sarracenia rubra ssp.jonesii Mountain sweet Vascular Plant E
pitcherplant
Juncus caesariensis New Jersey rush Vascular Plant FSC
Isotria medeoloides Small whorled pogonia Vascular Plant T
Sarracenia purpurea var. montana Southern appalachian Vascular Plant ARS
purple pitcherplant
Helonias bullata Swamp pink Vascular Plant T
Platanthera integrilabia White fringeless orchid Vascular Plant T
3.7 Industrial Facility Discharges
The Town of Laurel Park MS4 jurisdictional area includes the following industrial facilities which hold
NPDES Industrial Stormwater Permits,as determined from the NCDEQ Maps&Permit Data web page.
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Table 5: NPDES Stormwater Permitted Industrial Facilities
Permit Number Facili Name
N/A I N/A
3.8 Non-Stormwater Discharges
The water quality impacts of non-stormwater discharges have been evaluated by the Town of Laurel Park
as summarized in Table 6 below. The unpermitted non-stormwater flows listed as incidental do not
significantly impact water quality. The Town of Laurel Park has evaluated residential and charity car
washing and street washing for possible significant water quality impacts.
Street washing discharges are addressed under the Pavement Management Program in Part 10 of this
SWMP. The Division has not required that other non-stormwater flows be specifically controlled by the
Town of Laurel Park.
Wash water associated with car washing that does not contain detergents or does not discharge directly
into the MS4 is considered incidental. However, these types of non-stormwater discharges that do
contain detergents have been evaluated by the Town of Laurel Park to determine whether they may
significantly impact water quality. The Town of Laurel Park will address the possibility of the below
mentioned water quality impacts through public education and good housekeeping,as outlined in Part 5
and Part with a focus on the training of good housekeeping practices.
Table 6: Non-Stormwater Discharges
Non-Stormwater Discharge Water Quality Impacts
Waterline and fire hydrant flushing Incidental
Landscape irrigation Incidental
Diverted stream flows Incidental
Rising groundwater Incidental
Uncontaminated groundwater infiltration Incidental
Uncontaminated pumped groundwater Incidental
Uncontaminated potable water sources Incidental
Foundation drains Incidental
Air conditioning condensate Incidental
Irrigation waters Incidental
Springs Incidental
Water from crawls ace pumps Incidental
Footing drains Incidental
Lawn watering Incidental
Residential and charity car washing Possible
Flows from riparian habitats and wetlands Incidental
Dechlorinated swimming pool discharges Incidental
Street wash water Possible
Flows from firefighting activities Incidental
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3.9 Target Pollutants and Sources
In addition to those target pollutants identified above,the Town of Laurel Park is not aware of other
significant water quality issues within the permitted MS4 area.
Table 7 below summarizes the water quality pollutants identified throughout Part 3 of this SWMP,the
likely activities/sources/targeted audiences attributed to each pollutant and identifies the associated
SWMP program(s)that address each. In addition,the Town of Laurel Park has evaluated schools,
homeowners, and businesses as target audiences that are likely to have significant stormwater impacts.
Some target pollutants and sources pose a greater threat to water quality than others. For example,the
Town of Laurel Park does not have many charitable car wash events,therefore, gray water runoff is not as
pertinent of an issue. However, sediment runoff from construction sites is a more common issue facing
the Town.Further differences in the threat level of types of target pollutants are discussed below.
Litter: Illegal dumping has occurred and been noted by code enforcement officers within the Town.
Cases of both illegal construction waste dumping and general residential or school dumping have been
noted by code enforcement officers.This litter poses a threat to both our water bodies and the MS4
infrastructure,as the litter can create clogs and backups that damage the pipelines leading back to the
stream. Some litter even poses a threat to groundwater if chemical leaching or breakdown of components
into heavy metals occurs due to weathering of the litter. The dumping has been found typically roadside
but also in secluded urban areas. Illegal dumping cases are rare in the Town of Laurel Park and poses a
minimal threat in comparison to other pollutant sources.
Sediment: Previously installed erosion control measure has been removed or fallen
Sediment buildup is largely attributed to mismanaged construction sites with fallen or incorrectly installed
sediment fences. It has been noticed in both reports from citizens and by code enforcement officers that
there are several cases of construction sites not maintaining their erosion control fences during work. This
has led to sediment buildup near storm drains, onto downslope private properties, and in some cases
causing water to build up in nearby properties as the sediment is limiting the drain's ability to remove
runoff. In all cases,code enforcement has responded and had the issue solved,but even being down for a
short time can prove to have significant effects. Erosion control fences are required for sediment control
permits during construction by the DEQ throughout the entire construction process.. Sediment from
construction sites is the most pertinent threat to water quality in Laurel Park.The Town of Laurel Park
works with Henderson County to monitor construction sites to minimize the amount of erosion.
Gray Water: Residential,Charity,and Municipal Car Washes
Residential, charity,and municipal car washes allow for soaps or waxes to enter the storm drain when
vehicles are not being cleaned in the correct areas (such as vegetated patches or in areas that do not have
storm drains). This allows for toxic contaminants to enter our waterways via the storm drain system.
There are very few cases of residential, charity or municipal car washes in the Town.Therefore,this is an
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unlikely source of pollution. However,education and information are provided to residents about how to
safely conduct car washes to reduce gray water.
Fats Oils and Grease: Health Department has noted cases where restaurants do not empty or
own/rent grease traps for appropriate removal.
The Health Department has reported restaurants in Laurel Park not maintaining grease traps.This has led
to cases of the restaurants allowing the grease to drip onto nearby impermeable surfaces—which would
eventually lead to water quality issues. Overflow from a lack of maintenance or throwing out the grease
with general waste contributes to this problem. This is a health violation since the grease poses a physical
risk,but it also can impair water bodies with an influx of water-insoluble grease going down the storm
drain. There are very few restaurants in the Town for this to be an issue. Town Code Enforcement and
Henderson County Health Department do monitor the restaurants, but there are few cases. For this reason,
fats, oils,and grease are a lower threat to water quality.
Underground storage tanks: Storage devices installed below ground that contain hazardous
materials/waste.
These tanks can contain gasoline, fuels such as propane, industrial chemicals/oils, and most often human
waste in areas not directly connected to the sanitary sewer. Any underground storage tank must be well
maintained/monitored, and correctly installed due to the risk of them leaking.The leaks can cause
whatever chemical the tank is storing to leak into the ground,harming the soil, groundwater/water table,
and even surface waters as they are being fed from groundwater.If fuel or industrial chemical tank is
leaking,the chemical will leach into the soil—leading to toxic soil,contaminated groundwater,and
possibly impairing a stream/water body.The Town takes this potential threat seriously and will monitor
underground storage tanks.
Illicit discharges: Originate from a variety of sources,with an equally varied number of effects
depending on the chemical that is released.
Typically, illicit discharges come from businesses,residents, or municipal facilities that dump chemicals
into storm drains either incidentally due to a lack of IDDE education or general carelessness.These
chemicals can vary greatly and can include grease, oils, chemicals,cleaning solutions,paints,metals,etc.
This is a recognized problem and regular inspections, and education of Town staff is used to minimize
IDDE in Laurel Park.As mentioned,there are no 303(d) streams from causes related to substances or
attributions given to unclean discharges into the streams; however,this is an issue the Town continually
monitors if a problem does occur.
Illegal dumping: When residents,businesses,or municipal employees dump waste randomly in
non-permitted dumping areas.
This waste can widely vary,causing a variety of problems. For example, citizens dumping televisions on
the side of the road to avoid dumping fees, which allows for the metals or chemicals inside the tv to leach
out as stormwater passes it(mercury, lead,and other metals). It can be a case of businesses dumping
waste in watershed areas where runoff passes through the waste,either carrying it or residuals of the
waste into water bodies. It can also be a case of graders dumping sediment into areas without the correct
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allowances/precautions. The debris and chemicals accumulate over time and lead to chemical
impairments,pH issues,turbidity impairments, or debris entering the stream/MS4 system.
Improper disposal of waste:
Improper disposal of waste is problematic because it allows chemicals, or difficult to manage waste,to
enter the environment in ways that may be hard to track.For example,not giving a car battery to the
correct waste management facility can allow for battery acid and lead to enter the soil which
drains/collects in the groundwater.This problem has been noticed by municipal waste managers and is
difficult to track as often the improper disposal waste is mixed in with the standard refuse. Other
examples include grease going down sinks clogging MS4 systems, chemicals from batteries leaching into
the groundwater, oil from oil changes not going to the correct facility,etc.Henderson County provides a
facility where residents can properly dispose of materials.
Table 7: Summary of Target Pollutants and Sources
Target Likely Source(s)/Target SWMP Program Addressing Target Threat Level
Pollutants Audiences Pollutant s /Audienc s
Litter Residents,Businesses, Public Education& Outreach Low
Schools Public Participation
Sediment Construction Activity Public Education& Outreach, High
Construction Program
Post-construction Program
Gray water Residential Illicit Discharge Low
Public Education&Outreach
Fats, Oils, and Businesses (Restaurants) Illicit Discharge Low/Medium
Grease Public Education& Outreach
Underground Business and Residents Illicit Discharge Low/Medium
Storage Tanks Public Education& Outreach
Illicit General Public, Illicit Discharge Low
Discharges Businesses,Municipal Public Education& Outreach
Employees Good Housekeeping
Illegal General Public, Illicit Discharge Low
Dumping and Businesses,Municipal Public Education&Outreach
Improper Employees Good Housekeeping
Disposal of
Waste
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PART 4: STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
4.1 Organizational Structure
The Town of Laurel Park staff will use all departments to coordinate Stormwater Management Plan
efforts,to ensure the Town is facilitating Best Management Practices to protect water quality. Primary
responsibilities will be held within the office of the Town Manager and Public Works Departments. The
rest of the Town of Laurel Park staff will be training to handle internal procedures and report action/s to
the appropriate staff. While the Town Manager and Public Works Director are primarily responsible for
most of the SWMP components,tasks will be delegated to the Assistant to the Manager and other Public
Works staff as needed.
Laurel Park Town Council
Mayor Carey O'Cain
Town Manager
Alex Carmichael
Police Department Town Administration Public Works
Tamara Amin, Brandon Johnson,
Bobbie Trotter, Public Works Director
Town Clerk
Chief
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Table 8: Summary of Responsible Parties
SWMP Component Responsible Position Staff Name Department
Stonnwater Program Town Manager Alex Carmichael Town of Laurel Park
Administration
SWMP Management Town Manager Alex Carmichael Town of Laurel Park
Public Education& Town Manager Alex Carmichael Town of Laurel Park
Outreach
Public Involvement& Town Manager Alex Carmichael Town of Laurel Park
Participation
Illicit Discharge Town Manager Alex Carmichael Town of Laurel Park
Detection& Public Works Brandon Johnson
Elimination
Construction Site Deb Johnson Henderson County
Runoff Control
Post-Construction Director/Engineer Natalie Berry Henderson County
Stormwater
Management
Pollution Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Prevention/Good
Housekeeping for
Municipal Operations
Municipal Facilities Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Operation&
Maintenance Program
Spill Response Program Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
MS4 Operation& Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Maintenance Program
Municipal SCM Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Operation&
Maintenance Program
Pesticide, Herbicide& Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Fertilizer Management
Program
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Vehicle& Equipment Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Cleaning Program
Pavement Management Public Works Director Brandon Johnson Town of Laurel Park
Program
Total Maximum Daily N/A
Load(TMDL)
Requirements
4.2 Program Funding and Budget
In accordance with the issued permit,the Town of Laurel Park shall maintain adequate funding and
staffing to implement and manage the provisions of the SWMP and comply with the requirements of the
NPDES MS4 Permit. The budget includes the permit administering and compliance fee,which is billed
by the Division annually.
The town provides $3,000.00 in direct funds for stormwater management activities. Additionally,there is
approximately$70,000.00 annually for capital projects related to stormwater and stormwater drainage.
Any fees charged to the development community for BMP Inspections, Plan Review and other associated
fees will help offset the cost.The Town implemented a$5 monthly stormwater fee that is collected by the
Town through utility bills.The goal for the funds collected is to support the stormwater program through
mapping outfalls, stream repairs,and other water quality efforts.
4.3 Shared Responsibility
The Town of Laurel Park will share the responsibility to implement the following minimum control
measures, which are at least as stringent as the corresponding NPDES MS4 Permit requirement. The
Town of Laurel Park remains responsible for compliance if the other entity fails to perform the permit
obligation and may be subject to enforcement action if neither the Town of Laurel Park nor the other
entity fully performs the permit obligation. Table 9 below summarizes who will be implementing the
component, what the component program is called,the specific SWMP BMP or permit requirement that
is being met by the shared responsibility,and whether a legal agreement to share responsibility is in place.
Table 9: Shared Responsibilities
SWMP BMP or Legal
Permit Requirement Implementing Entity&Program Name Agreement
3.5 Construction Site Runoff Henderson County Delegated Erosion and Sediment Control Y
Control Program Permitting
3.6 Post-Construction Site Henderson County Delegated Phase II Post-Construction Y
Runoff Control Program Stormwater Permitting
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3.2.2, 3.2.4,2.1.7,3.2.3, and of Sky Regional Council Y
3.6.(c), 3.3.2, 3.4.1, 3.4.4,
3.4.6, 3.7.3
3.6.6 On-Site Domestic Henderson County Department of Public Health N/A
Wastewater Treatment
4.4 Co-Permittees
No other entities are applying for co-pennittee status under the NPDES MS4 permit number NCS000478
for the Town of Laurel Park. Table 10 summarizes contact information for each co-permittee.
Table 10: Co-Permittee Contact Information
Co-Permittee MS4 Contact Person Phone&E-Mail Interlocal
Name Agreement
Y
N/A N/A N/A N/A
4.5 Measurable Goals for Program Administration
The Town of Laurel Park will manage and report the following Best Management Practices(BMPs) for
the administration of the Stormwater Management Program.
Table 11: Program Administration BMPs
Permit 2.1.2 Program Implementation
Ref. Measures to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of the SWMP program components at least annually.
Results shall be used by the permittee to modify the program components as necessary to accomplish the intent
of the Stormwater Program.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
1. Annual Self-Assessment
Evaluate the performance and 1.Prepare,conduct and 1.Annually for Permit 1.Yes/No
effectiveness of the program document an annual Years 1 —5
components at least annually. evaluation of the program
Results shall be used to modify components.
the program components as
necessary to accomplish the intent
of the Stormwater Program.
Permit 1.6: Permit Renewal Application
Ref. Measures to submit a permit renewal application no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date of the
NPDES MS4 permit.
A B C D
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Table 11: Program Administration BMPs
BMP Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
No, Implementation Metric
2. Permit Renewal Application
Submit a permit renewal 1.Draft SWMP 1.Permit Year 5 1. Yes/No
application and Draft SWMP no applicable to the
later than 180 prior to permit proceeding 5 years
expiration. following permit re-
issuance.
2.Certify the stormwater 2.Permit Year 5 2.Date of permit renewal
permit renewal application submittal
application(Permit
renewal application form
and Draft SWMP for the
next 5-year permit cycle)
and submit to NCDEQ at
least 180 days prior to
permit expiration.
Permit 2.1.1: Adequate Funding and Staffing
Ref. The permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing to implement and manage the provisions of the
SWMP and meet all requirements of this permit.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
3. Adequate Funding and Staffing
Evaluate program funding and 1.Prepare gap analysis. 1.Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
staffing to determine if there are Finding of adequate or
gaps affecting implementation. inadequate.
2.Evaluate options for 2.Permit Year 2 2. Yes/No
addressing any gaps
identified.
Permit 2.2.2: Written Procedures
Ref. The Permittee shall maintain,and make available to the Division upon request,written procedures for
implementing the six minimum control measures.Written procedures shall identify specific action steps,
schedules,resources,and responsibilities for implementing the MCMs. Written procedures can be free standing
or,where appropriate, integrated into the Stormwater Management Plan. The illicit discharge detection and
elimination plan shall be free standing.
BMP A B C D
No Description of BMP Measurable Goals) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
4. Written Procedures
Develop an implementation plan 1.Prepare 1.Annually 1. Yes/No
for the six MCMs including implementation plan. Permit Year 1-5
action steps, responsibilities,
schedules and resources.
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PART 5: PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAM
The Town of Laurel Park will implement a Public Education and Outreach Program to distribute
educational materials to the community or conduct equivalent outreach activities about the impacts of
stormwater discharges on water bodies and steps the public can take to reduce pollutants in stormwater
runoff.
The target audiences and identified pollutants listed in Part 3.9 of this SWMP,which will be addressed by
the Public Education and Outreach Program,are summarized in Table 12 below. In addition,the Town of
Laurel Park is required to inform businesses and the general public of the hazards associated with illicit
discharges,illegal dumping, and improper disposal of waste.
Table 12: Summary of Target Pollutants&Audiences
Target Pollutants/Sources Tar et Audience(s)
Litter Residents,Businesses, Schools, General Public
Sediment Construction Activity
Gray water Residential
Fats,Oils, and Grease Businesses Restaurants
Underground Storage Tanks Businesses and Residents
Chemicals Industrial,Business and Residential
Illicit Discharges General Public, Businesses,Municipal Employees
Illegal Dumping General Public,Businesses Municipal Employees
Improper Disposal of Waste General Public,Businesses,Municipal Employees
The Town of Laurel Park will manage, implement, and report the following public education and
outreach BMPs.
Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
Permit 3.2.2 and 3.2.4: Outreach to Targeted Audiences
Ref. Measures to identify the specific elements and implementation of a Public Education and Outreach Program to
share educational materials to the community or conduct equivalent outreach activities about the impacts of
stormwater discharges on water bodies and how the public can reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff. The
permittee shall provide educational information to identified target audiences on pollutants/sources identified in
table 12 above, and shall document the extent of exposure of each media, event or activity, including those
elements implemented locally or throu h a cooperative agreement.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
5. Stormwater Flyers and Printed Materials
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Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
The stormwater administrator will 1. Develop and 1. Annually 1. Yes/No
distribute stormwater distribute flyers at Permit Year 1 - 5
informational flyers to target Town events and
audiences through events like the through outreach
Town's annual"Shred-It"day, channels to create
Arbor Day Celebration, and town stormwater awareness.
wide clean up days.
The Town will also post flyers on
town website, newsletter, and
social media.
6. Local Civic Organizations
Provide stormwater educational 1. Staff will conduct 1. Annually 1.Yes/No
information to local civic presentations to share
organizations like Friends of stormwater outreach Permit Years 1-5
Laurel Park and the Parks and materials.
Greenways board at regular
meetings and events.
Permit 2.1.7,3.2.3 and 3.6.5(c): Web Site
Ref. Measures to provide a web site designed to convey the program's message(s) and provide online materials
including ordinances, or other regulatory mechanisms, or a list identifying the ordinances or other regulatory
mechanisms,providing the legal authority necessary to implement and enforce the requirements of the permit
and SWMP. The web page shall also provide developers with all relevant post-construction requirements,
design standards, checklists and/or other materials.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
7. Website
Update the website to include at 1. Maintain and update 1. Annually 1. Yes/No
minimum the following: stormwater program
information on the Permit Years 1-5
• Links to pertinent permitting existing municipal
authorities. website.
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Table 13: Public Education and Outreach BMPs
• Links to applicable
ordinances.
• The MS4 Permit and
SWMP.
• The MS4 map.
• Hotline and instructions for
reporting illicit discharges
and other environmental
issues.
• Opportunities for public
involvement.
• General stormwater
awareness information.
Permit 3.2.5: Stormwater Hotline
Ref. Measures for a stormwater hotline/helpline for the purpose of public education and outreach.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
8. Hotline
Provide a stormwater 1.Maintain a hotline 1. Permit Year 1 -5 1. Yes/No
hotline/helpline for public number for stormwater
education and outreach. complaints and
information,and
provide on website and
in literature
2. Train staff in 2.Permit Year 1 and 2. Yes/No
general stormwater as needed.
awareness,complaint
call protocols, and
appropriate contacts
for referral or typical
stormwater issues.
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PART 6: PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT AND PARTICIPATION PROGRAM
This SWMP identifies the minimum elements and implementation of a Public Involvement and
Participation Program that complies with applicable State,Tribal and local public notice requirements.
The Town of Laurel Park will manage, implement and report the following public involvement and
participation BMPs.
Table 14: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Permit 3.3.1: Public Input
Ref. Mechanisms for public involvement that provide input on stormwater issues and the stormwater program.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
9. Town Meetings
Stormwater issues and program 1. Advertise Board 1.Annually 1. Yes/No
implementation items will be meetings and agendas Permit Year 1 -5
brought to the Town Council. on website.
Citizens can provide input.
10. Stormwater Website Page
Provide a contact person and e- 1. Maintain contact 1.Permit Year 1 -5 1. Yes/No
mail address for citizen's information on
questions related to stormwater on website.
the Stormwater website page.
2. Maintain reporting 2. Permit Year 1 -5 2. Yes/No
form on website.
Permit 3.3.2: Volunteer Opportunities
Ref. Measures to provide volunteer opportunities designed to promote ongoing citizen participation.
A B C D
BMP
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
11. Encourage Participation in NC StreamWatch
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Table 14: Public Involvement and Participation BMPs
Provide information about 1. Add information 1. Permit Year 2 1. Yes/No
StreamWatch and promote about StreamWatch to
participation. website.
2. Monitor 2. Permit Years 2-5 2. Yes/No
StreamWatch activity
and highlight
community
participation on
website.
12. Support roadside cleanup
Promote and provide supplies for 1. Advertise event in 1.Permit Year 1-5 1. Yes/No
community roadside cleanup newsletter. Date of event
event. 2.Provide clean up 1. Permit Year 1-5 2.Yes/No
supplies(bags, gloves) Number of participants
and collect bagged
trash.
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PART 7: II.LICIT DISCHARGE DETECTION AND ELIMINATION PROGRAM
The Town of Laurel Park will develop, manage, implement,document,report and enforce an Illicit
Discharge Detection and Elimination Program which shall, at a minimum, include the following illicit
discharge detection and elimination BMPs.
Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Permit 3.4.1: MS4 Map
Ref. Measures to develop,update and maintain a municipal storm sewer system map including stormwater
conveyances, flow direction, major outfalls and waters of the United States receiving stormwater discharges.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
13. MS4 Map
Maintain a municipal storm sewer 1. Add areas in ETJ to 1. Permit Year 2 1.Yes/No
system map including stormwater MS4 map.
conveyances, flow direction,
major outfalls, interconnections
and receiving waters.
2.Add NCDOT 2.Permit Year 2 2. Yes/No
interconnections to
MS4 map.
3. Evaluate drainage 3. Permit Year 3 3.Yes/No
areas to determine if
additional major
outfalls need to be
added to map.
4.Add new 4.Annually 4. Yes/No
infrastructure to map
as new construction Permit Years 2-5
occurs.
Permit 3.4.2: Regulatory Mechanism
Ref. Measures to provide an IDDE ordinance or other regulatory mechanism that provides legal authority to
prohibit,detect,and eliminate illicit connections and discharges, illegal dumping and spills into the MS4,
including enforcement procedures and actions.
BMP A I C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
14. Maintain Legal Authority
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Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Review existing ordinance 1.Review ordinance and 1. Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
confmning the Town's legal make any necessary
authority to enforce and take actions changes.Document any
for prohibiting,detecting and revisions.
eliminating illicit discharges and
connections and illegal dumping and
spills.
Permit 3.4.3: IDDE Plan
Ref. Measures to maintain and implement a written IDDE Plan to detect and address illicit discharges, illegal
dumping and any non-stormwater discharges identified as significant contributors of pollutants to the MS4.
The plan shall provide standard procedures and documentation to:
a) Locate priority areas likely to have illicit discharges,
b) Conduct routine dry weather outfall inspections,
c) Identify illicit discharges and trace sources,
d) Eliminate the source(s)of an illicit discharge, and
e) Evaluate and assess the IDDE Program.
BMP A I B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
15. IDDE Plan
Develop a written IDDE Plan to 1.Develop written 1.Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
detect and address illicit IDDE Plan to define
discharges,illegal dumping and the process
any non-stormwater discharges identifying, tracking
identified as significant and processing illicit
contributors of pollutants to the discharge, illegal
MS4. dumping and
significant contributors
of pollutants to the
MS4.
2. Implement/Enforce 2.Annually 2. Yes/No
the IDDE Plan, Permit Years 2-5 Number of outfalls
including annual inspected.
inspection of major
outfalls.
3. Review and update 3. Permit Years 3-5 3. Yes/No
the IDDE Plan based
on reporting metrics
from previous year's
findings.
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Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
Permit 3.4.4: IDDE Traeldng
Ref. Measures for tracking and documenting the date(s)an illicit discharge,illicit connection or illegal dumping was
observed,the results of the investigation,any follow-up of the investigation,the date the investigation was
closed,the issuance of enforcement actions and the ability to identify chronic violators.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
16. IDDE Tracking
Staff will create a mechanism for 1. Integrate database 1.Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
tracking and documenting the application for
date(s)an illicit discharge, illicit tracking illicit
connection or illegal dumping discharge, illicit
was observed,the results of the connections and illegal
investigation,any follow-up of dumping, outlining
the investigation,the date the who made the
investigation was closed,the complaint, location of
issuance of enforcement actions, complaint,note prior
and the ability to identify chronic offenses, status and
violators will be recorded. action taken.
2. Track illicit 2.Annually 2. Yes/No
discharge/connection Permit Years 2-5 Number of illicit
and illegal dumping discharge reports
with the tool. I received.
Permit 3.4.5: Staff IDDE Training
Ref. Measures to provide training for municipal staff and contractors who, as part of their normal job
responsibilities,may come into contact with or otherwise observe an illicit discharge, illicit connection or
illegal dumping. Training shall include identifying and reporting illicit discharges,illicit connections and
illegal dumping. Each staff training event shall be documented,including the agenda/materials,date,and
number of staff participating.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
17. Staff Training
Train municipal staff to identify 1. Develop training 1.Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
and report illicit discharges, illicit program.
connections, illegal dumping and 2. Train staff in IDDE 2. Permit Year 2 and 2. Yes/No
spills. procedures. within first year hired Number trained
Permit 3.4.6: IDDE Reporting
Ref. Measures for the public and staff to report illicit discharges, illegal dumping and spills. The mechanism shall be
publicized to facilitate reporting and shall be managed to provide rapid response by appropriately trained
personnel.
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Table 15: Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination BMPs
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
18. Stormwater Hotline
A Stormwater Hotline will be 1.Provide a hotline for 1. Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No
maintained for Town's residents and reporting IDDE
businesses to report stormwater concerns.
issues and illicit discharges,illegal
dumping,and spills.The hotline
number will be available on the
Town's website and in educational
literature
19. IDDE Reporting Web-based Reporting Form
Staff will maintain a web-based 1. Maintain reporting 1. Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No
form where complaints can be form on website and
entered and sent to the appropriate publicize in social
individual. Publicize reporting media.
tool in education outreach 2. Establish links to 2. Permit Year 1 2. Yes/No
materials. reporting form tool on
the Town website and
social media.
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PART 8: CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM
In accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0153,the Town of Laurel Park relies upon the North Carolina
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act(SPCA)of 1973 as a qualifying alternative program to meet a
portion of the NPDES MS4 Permit requirements for construction site runoff control measures. The SPCA
requirements include reducing pollutants in stormwater runoff from construction activities that result in
land disturbance of greater than or equal to one acre, and includes any construction activity that is part of
a larger common plan of development that would disturb one acre or more. The state SPCA Program is
either delegated to a city/town,delegated to a county,or implemented by NCDEQ in non-delegated areas.
Table 16: Qualifying Alternative Program Components for Construction Site Runoff Control Program
Reference uthorit State or Local Program Name ALegal Implementing Entity
3.5.1 - Henderson County 15A NCAC Henderson County
3.5.4 Delegated SPCA Program Chapter 04
Local
Ordinance
* The local delegated SPCA Program ordinance(s)/regulatory mechanism(s)can be found at:
https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/wateffesources/page/soil-erosion-and-sedimentation-control-
ordinance
The Town of Laurel Park also implements the following BMPs to meet NPDES MS4 Permit
requirements.
Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Permit 3.5.6: Public Input
Ref. Measures to provide and promote a means for the public to notify the appropriate authorities of observed
erosion and sedimentation problems.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goals) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
20. Municipal Staff Training
Train municipal staff who receive 1. Train municipal 1. Permit Year 2 and 1. Yes/No
calls from the public on the staff on proper within first year hired Number trained
protocols for referral and tracking handling of
of construction site runoff control construction site runoff
complaints. control complaints.
21. Stormwater Hotline
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Table 17: Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
The Stormwater Hotline will be 1. Provide the hotline 1. Permit Years 1-5. Yes/No
maintained reporting sediment and pertinent
run-off from construction sites information on the
and for questions concerning web page and in all
construction site activities. new stormwater
literature.
Permit 3.5.5: Waste Management
Ref. Measures to require construction site operators to control waste such as discarded building materials, concrete
truck washout,chemicals,litter,and sanitary waste at the construction site that may cause adverse impact to
water quality.This must be implemented locally,the MS4 cannot rely on NCGO10000 to meet this
requirement.
BM
P A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
22. Waste Management
Require construction site 1. Evaluate options to 1.Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No
operators to control waste at the require waste control.
construction site that may cause 2. Implement preferred 2.Permit Year 2 2. Yes/No
adverse impact to water quality. option to control
waste.
3. Provide information 3. Permit Year 2. 3.Yes/No
materials to building
permit applicants and
on website about
construction waste
management
requirements.
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PART 9: POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE RUNOFF CONTROL PROGRAM
This SWMP identifies the minimum elements to develop, implement and enforce a program to address
stormwater runoff from new development and redevelopment projects that disturb greater than or equal to
one acre,including projects less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or
sale,that are located within the Town of Laurel Park and discharge into the MS4. These elements are
designed to minimize water quality impacts utilizing a combination of structural Stormwater Control
Measures(SCMs)and/or non-structural BMPs appropriate for the community and ensure adequate long-
term operation and maintenance of SCMs. All Post-Construction management is done through an
agreement with Henderson County which maintains and enforces a checklist to ensure projects meet all
standards.
In accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0153 and .1017,the Town of Laurel Park implements the following
State post-construction program requirements, which satisfy the NPDES Phase H MS4 post-construction
site runoff control requirements as Qualifying Alternative Programs(QAPs) in the MS4 area(s)where
they are implemented.
Laurel Park has two non-conflicting codes that address post-construction stormwater. In the Town Code
of Ordinances, Chapter 53 outlines the Town's stormwater management policies. Additionally,there is a
separate stormwater ordinance which is referenced in Table 19.
Table 18: Qualifying Alternative Program(s) for Post-Construction Site Runoff Control Program
State QAP Name State Requirements Local Ordinance/Regulatory
Mechanism Reference
Water Supply Watershed(WS-IV) 15A NCAC 2B WS-IV Watershed Ordinance
.0620-.0624
BroadUpper French
River
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Table 19: Summary of Existing Post-Construction Program Elements
Permit Requirements for Municipal Ordinance/Code Reference(s) Date Adopted
Plan Review and Approval and/or Document Title(s)
3.6.2 a Authority Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.2 8/18/21
3.6.3(a)& 15A NCAC 02H.0153(c) Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.5 8/18/21
Federal, State& Local Projects
3.6.3 b Plan Review Town of Laurel Park UDO 6.3.18 8/18/21
3.6.3 c O&M Agreement Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.15 8/18/21
3.6.3 d O&M Plan Town of Laurel Park UDO 6.3.18 8/18/21
3.6.3(e)Deed Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.15 8/18/21
Restrictions/Covenants
3.6.3 Access Easements Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.15 8/18/21
Permit Requirements for Municipal Ordinance/Code Reference(s) Date Adopted
Inspections and Enforcement and/or Document Title(s)
3.6.2 Documentation Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.18 8/18/21
3.6.2 c Right of Entry Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.18 8/18/21
3.6.4 a Pre-CO Inspections Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.18 8/18/21
3.6.4 Compliance with Plans Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.18 8/18/21
3.6.4 c Annual SCM Inspections Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.15 8/18/21
3.6.4 d Low Density Inspections Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.13 S/18/21
3.6.4 e Qualified Professional Town of Laurel Park UDO 3.3.13 8/18/21
Permit Requirements for Municipal Ordinance/Code Reference(s) Date Adopted
Fecal Coliform Reduction and/or Document Title(s)
3.6.6 a Pet Waste See BMP 23 N/A
3.6.6(b)On-Site Domestic Henderson County Septic Program N/A
Wastewater Treatment
The annual reporting metrics for the post construction program are provided in Table 20: Post
Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs below.
Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Permit 3.6.5(a),3.6.5(b),and 4.1.3: Minimum Post-Construction Reporting Requirements
Ref. Measures to document activities over the course of the fiscal year(July 1 —June 30)including appropriate
information to accurately describe rogress, status,and results.
BMP A I B I C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
23. Standard Reporting
Implement standardized tracking, 1. Track number of 1. Continuously 1.Number of plan
documentation,inspections and low density and high reviews performed for
reporting mechanisms to compile density plan reviews Permit Years 1-5 low density and high
appropriate data for the annual performed. density.
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Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
self-assessment process. Data 2. Track number of 2. Continuously 2.Number of plan
shall be provided for each Post- low density and high approvals issued for
Construction/Qualifying density plans Permit Years 1-5 low density and high
Alternative Program being approved. density.
implemented as listed in Tables 3.Maintain a current 3. Continuously 3. Summary of number
18 and 19. inventory of low and type of SCMs
density projects and Permit Years 1-5 added to the inventory;
constructed SCMs and number and
including SCM type or acreage of low density
low density acreage, projects constructed.
location and last
inspection date.
4.Track number of 4. Continuously 4.Number of SCM
SCM inspections inspections.
performed. Permit Years 1-5
5.Track number of 5. Continuously 5.Number of low
low density density projects
inspections performed Permit Years 1-5 inspected.
-with the goal of
inspecting all low
density projects over
the 5 year permit
period.
6. Track number and 6. Continuously 6.Number of
type of enforcement enforcement actions
actions taken. Permit Years 1-5 1 issued.
Permit 2.3 and 3.6: Qualifying Alternative Program(s)
Ref. Measures to develop,implement and enforce additional BMPs in order to comply with the QAP state program
requirements.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goals) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Im lementation Metric
24. Quaifying Alternative Program
The QAP requirements are applicable to a portion of the Town of Laurel Park; however,the Phase II Post-
construction Stormwater Ordinance is being administer to fulfill both requirements.
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Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Permit 3.6.2: Legal Authority
Ref. Measures to maintain adequate legal authorities through ordinance or other regulatory mechanism to: (a)review
designs and proposals for new development and redevelopment to determine whether adequate stormwater
control measures will be installed, implemented,and maintained, (b)request information such as stormwater
plans, inspection reports,monitoring results,and other information deemed necessary to evaluate compliance
with the Post-Construction Stormwater Management Program,and(c)enter private property for the purpose of
inspecting at reasonable times any facilities, equipment,practices,or operations related to stormwater
discharges to determine whether there is compliance with the Post-Construction Stormwater Management
Pro
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
25. Phase II Post-construction Stormwater Ordinance
The permittee will enforce the 1. Enforcement of the 1. Continuous 1. Yes/No
enacted ordinance in accordance Phase II Post-
with state law and guidance. construction Permit Years 1-5
Stormwater Ordinance
to ensure compliance.
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Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
Permit 3.6.3: Plan Review and Approval
Ref. Measures to maintain plan review and approval authority, standards and procedures to: (a)Require Federal,
State, and local government projects to comply with Post-Construction Program requirements throughout the
entire MS4 permitted area, unless the entity is subject to its own NPDES MS4 permit or a qualifying alternative
program, (b) Conduct site plan reviews of all new development and redeveloped sites that disturb greater than
or equal to one acre, and sites that disturb less than one acre that are part of a larger common plan of
development or sale for compliance with 15A NCAC 02H .10 17 and the qualifying alternative programs that
apply within your jurisdiction, (c)Ensure that each project has an Operation and Maintenance Agreement that
complies with 15A NCAC 02H .1050(12),(d)Ensure that each project has an Operation and Maintenance Plan
that complies with 15A NCAC 02H .1050(13), (e)Ensure that each project has recorded deed restrictions and
protective covenants,that require the project to be maintained consistent with approved plans, and(f) Ensure
that each SCM and associated maintenance accesses be protected in a permanent recorded easement per 15A
NCAC 02H 1050 9 and(10).
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
This permit requirement is fully met by the existing post-construction program, see references provided in
Table 19.
Permit 3.6.4: Inspections and Enforcement
Ref. Measures to maintain inspection and enforcement authority, standards and procedures to: (a) Conduct post-
construction inspections prior to issuing a Certificate of Occupancy or a Temporary Certificate of Occupancy.
Alternatively,the project owner may provide a surety bond to guarantee compliance with the approved plan(s),
(b)Ensure that the project has been constructed in accordance with the approved plan(s), (c)Ensure annual
inspection of each permitted SCM to ensure compliance with the approved Operation and Maintenance
Agreement, (d)Ensure inspection of low density projects at least once during the permit term, and(e)Require
that inspections be conducted by a qualified professional.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
This permit requirement is fully met by the existing post-construction program, see references provided in
Table 19.
Permit 3.6.6: Fecal Coliform Reduction
Ref. Measures to control,to the maximum extent practicable, sources of fecal coliform per 15A NCAC 02H
.1017(7). At a minimum,the program shall include: (a)A pet waste management component,which may be
achieved by revising an existing litter ordinance,and(b)An on-site domestic wastewater treatment system
component, if applicable, which may be coordinated with local county health department,to ensure proper
operation and maintenance of such systems.
A B C D
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Table 20: Post Construction Site Runoff Control BMPs
BMP Schedule for Annual Reporting
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Implementation Metric
26. Pet Waste Management
Review pet waste management 1. Evaluate what is 1.Permit Year 3 1. Yes/No
currently being implemented currently in place.
within the Town. Evaluate if there
is a need to expand this initiative.
2. If determined 2. Permit Year 4 2.Yes/No
additional
mechanisms are
needed for pet waste
control provide for
these measures.
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PART 10:POLLUTION PREVENTION AND GOOD HOUSEKEEPING PROGRAMS
This SWMP provides a comprehensive pollution prevention and good housekeeping strategy for the
Town of Laurel Park municipal facilities and operations. Pollution prevention and good housekeeping is
accomplished through the implementation of seven required programs,which collectively address the
ultimate goal of preventing or reducing pollutant runoff from municipal operations such as park and open
space maintenance,fleet and building maintenance,new construction and land disturbances, and
municipal storm sewer system maintenance.
Pollution prevention and good housekeeping for municipal operations includes the following programs:
I. Municipal Facilities Operation and Maintenance Program
2. Spill Response Program
3. MS4 Operation and Maintenance Program
4. Municipal SCM Operation and Maintenance Program
5. Pesticide,Herbicide and Fertilizer Management Program
6. Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning Program
7. Pavement Management Program
The Town of Laurel Park will manage, implement and report the pollution prevention and good
housekeeping BMPs as specified in Table 21 below for each required program.
Table 21: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping BMPs
Permit 3.7.1: Municipal Facilities Operation and Maintenance Program
Ref. Measures to manage facilities that are owned and operated by the permittee and have the potential for
generating polluted stormwater runoff. The permittee shall maintain a current inventory of municipal facilities;
perform facility inspections and routine maintenance; establish specific frequencies, schedules, and standard
documentation;provide staff training on general stormwater awareness and implementing pollution prevention
and good housekeeping practices. Please not that at a minimum,NCDEQ will require that all inventoried
municipal facilities be inspected once per permit term to determine pollution potential,and facilities with
potential be inspected at least annuall .
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
27. Inventory Municipal Facilities
Create an inventory of all 1. List of all municipal I. Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
municipal facilities, including facilities. Number of facilities
location, function,and document
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what activities have the potential 2. Perform a site 2. Permit Year 2 2. Yes/No
to generate stormwater runoff inspection of
pollution. municipal facilities to
determine and
document potential for
spills or stormwater
pollution.
3. Perform inspections 3. Permit Years 3-5 3. Yes/No
of facilities with
pollution potential.
Permit 3.7.2: Spill Response Program
Ref. Measures for facilities and operations that store and/or use materials that have the potential to contaminate
stormwater runoff if spilled. The permittee shall maintain written spill response procedures and train staff on
spill response procedures.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
28. Spill Response
All municipal facilities with 1. Develop a written 1. Permit Year 2 1. Yes/No
stormwater pollution potential SPCC for each
shall have a written SPCC plan. identified facility.
2. Train staff in SPCC 2. Permit Year 2,and 2. Yes/No
procedures. within first year of Number of staff
new hire trained.
Permit 3.7.3: MS4 Operation and Maintenance Program
Ref. Measures to minimize pollutants in the stormwater collection system. The permittee shall provide operation
and maintenance staff training on stormwater awareness and pollution prevention,perform MS4 inspections,
maintain the collection system including catch basins and conveyances; and establish specific frequencies,
schedules, and standard documentation.
BMP A I B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
29. MS4 Operation& Maintenance(O &M)Plan
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Table 21: Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping BMPs
Develop a proactive plan for MS4 1. Develop a SOP that 1. Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No
system maintenance which includes inspection
requires regular inspections and schedules, standard
maintenance and verify, documentation, staff
document,and prioritize responsibilities, and
maintenance activities identified proper maintenance
by inspections or citizen reports training.
Continuously, as potential
maintenance activities are
identified.
30. Staff Training
Provide training to municipal and 1. Develop or identify 1. Permit Year 1 1. Yes/No
contracted staff to minimize an appropriate training
pollutants in the stormwater program.
collection system and prevent 2. Provide training for 2. Permit Year 2,and 2.Yes/No
unnecessary damage and wear on all existing and new as needed with new Number trained
the system. employees with MS4 hires
responsibilities.
31. MS4 Inspection and Maintenance
Perform inspections and maintenance 1.Develop an 1.Permit Year 1 1.Yes/No
on MS4 system. inspection and
maintenance tracking
system to be used in
accordance with the
SOP.
2.Perform regular 2. Permit Years 2-5. 2.Yes/No
inspections in Number of inspections
accordance with the
SOP.
Permit 3.7.4: Municipal SCM Operation and Maintenance Program
Ref. Measures to manage municipally-owned,operated, and/or maintained structural stormwater control measures
SCMs that are installed for compliance with the permittee's post-construction program. The permittee shall
maintain a current inventory of SCMs,perform SCM inspections and maintenance,and shall establish specific
frequencies, schedules, and documentation.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Ira lementation Metric
32. Inventory and Mapping of Municipal Structural SCMs
Develop and maintain a current 1. Create inventory of 1.Continuous 2. Yes/No
inventory of Town-owned municipally owned Number of Town-owned
structural SCMs and reflect those SCMs. Add new Permit Years 1-5 structural SCMs
structures on the Town's MS4 SCMs as they are
map. constructed.
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2. Locate and add 2.Continuous 2.Yes No
Town-owned SCMs to Permit Years 1-5
the MS4 map with
type of SCM indicated.
33. Inspections and Maintenance of Town SCMs
Perform and document annual 1. Maintain North 1. Continuously, 1.Number of staff
inspections and maintenance of Carolina SCM beginning in Permit members with active
existing and new Town-owned Inspections and Year 2 certifications
structural SCMs and perform Certification for
maintenance tasks identified in appropriate ersonnel.
inspections. 2. Develop SCM 2. Permit Year 2 2. Yes/No
inspection form and
tracking system.
3. Inspect and maintain 3. Annually,beginning 3.Yes/No
each SCM Year 3. Number of SCMs
inspected
Permit 3.7.5: Pesticide,Herbicide and Fertilizer Management Program
Ref. Measures to minimize water quality impacts from the use of landscape chemicals. The permittee shall provide
routine pollution prevention and chemical use, storage and handling training, and shall ensure compliance with
permits and applicator certifications.
BMP A I B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
34. Pesticide,Herbicide and Fertilizer Applicator Training
Town staff that are responsible for 1. Create a list of all 1.Permit Year 1, 1. Yes/No
application of pesticides, Town employees that update when new staff Number of staff
herbicides and fertilizers shall be hold certifications and certified
certified in proper storage, their certification
handling and application of number.
landscape chemicals. 2. Ensure that certified 2. Permit Year 2-5 1. Yes/No
employees maintain
their certification.
Permit 3.7.6: Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning Program
Ref. Measures to prevent and minimize contamination of stormwater runoff from areas used for municipal vehicle
and equipment maintenance and/or cleaning. The petmittee shall ensure that municipal industrial facilities
subject to NPDES industrial permitting comply with those permit requirements,provide routine pollution
prevention training to staff,perform routine inspections, and establish specific frequencies, schedules,and
documentation.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goal(s) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
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35. Vehicle and Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance Facility Inspection
Perform routine inspections to 1. Develop an 1. Permit Year 2 1. Yes/No
ensure that vehicle and equipment inspection checklist.
facilities are following proper
procedures to minimize water 2. Perform inspections 2. Bi-annually, 2.Yes/No
quality impacts from vehicle and using inspection beginning in Permit Year
equipment cleaning and checklist and notify 3
maintenance. facility manager of any
corrective actions
required
Permit 3.7.7: Pavement Management Program
Ref. Measures to reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff from municipally-owned streets,roads,and parking lots
within the permittee's corporate limits. The permittee shall implement measures to control litter,leaves,debris,
particulate and fluid pollutants associated with vehicles,and establish specific frequencies,schedules, and
documentation.
BMP A B C D
No. Description of BMP Measurable Goals) Schedule for Annual Reporting
Implementation Metric
36. Litter Management
Collect litter in public areas and 1. Public waste 1. Continuous 1. Yes/No
parking lots to reduce negative receptacles are
impacts on water quality. emptied on a weekly Permit Years 1-5
basis.
37. Leaf Collection
Implement measures to control 1. Leaves that have 1. Continuous 1.Yes/No
leaves and debris within the been bagged are
municipal Town limits collected when trash Permit Years 1-5
pickup occurs.
Citizens can request
pick up through a form
on the town's website.
2. Leaves are 2.Permit Years 1-5 2. Yes/No
vacuumed from the
streets annually.
38. Vehicle Pollutant Management
Implement measures to prevent 1. Provide spill kits 1. Permit Year 1 -5 1. Yes/No
and reduce pollution from and training to staff for
vehicles. municipal vehicles.
3. Provide public 2. Permit Year 3 2.Yes/No
education on vehicle
pollution prevention.
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