Instructions for Application for Stormwater Construction Permit and Water Quality Certification - Rhode Island

Application for Stormwater Construction Permit and Water Quality Certification - Rhode Island

This document was released by Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and contains the most recent official instructions for Application for Stormwater Water Quality Certification .

FAQ

Q: What is a Stormwater Construction Permit?
A: A Stormwater Construction Permit is a document required in Rhode Island for any construction project that disturbs one or more acres of land.

Q: Why do I need a Stormwater Construction Permit?
A: You need a Stormwater Construction Permit to ensure that proper measures are taken to control erosion, sedimentation, and stormwater runoff during construction, in order to protect water quality.

Q: How do I apply for a Stormwater Construction Permit?
A: To apply for a Stormwater Construction Permit, you need to submit the necessary application forms, fees, and plans to the appropriate agency in Rhode Island, such as the Department of Environmental Management (DEM).

Q: What is a Water Quality Certification?
A: A Water Quality Certification is a document required in Rhode Island for any construction project that requires a federal permit or license and may discharge pollutants into navigable waters.

Q: Why do I need a Water Quality Certification?
A: You need a Water Quality Certification to ensure that your construction project will not violate water quality standards and will protect the health and integrity of Rhode Island's waters.

Q: How do I apply for a Water Quality Certification?
A: To apply for a Water Quality Certification, you need to submit the necessary application forms, fees, and plans to the appropriate agency in Rhode Island, such as the Department of Environmental Management (DEM).