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equired to obtain NPDES permit coverage. Their permits will also require the
development and enforcement of a program which will detect and eliminate illicit
discharges.
Community Agent Enforcement
Ongoing
Description:
Community agents enforce detected and identified illicit discharges. Enforcement
actions are primarily complaint driven. In Toledo this is done by the Division of
Environmental Services.
Spill Response Programs
Ongoing
Description:
Municipalities and counties have spill response programs through fire departments,
the EMA, or the Environmental Services Department (City of Toledo). Responses to
illegal discharges are primarily complaint driven.
Wastewater Disposal Plans/Permits
Ongoing
Description:
Many times wastewater may require treatment and/or disposal, depending upon the
operational processes of the facility. The treatment and disposal of leachate or
wastewater may require permits, monitoring, or reporting. The installation of a
wastewater disposal system requires an approved Permit To Install (PTI) (see OAC
3745-31). Disposal to a sanitary sewer system may require an Indirect Discharge
Permit from Ohio EPA. Similarly, discharges of wastewater to a surface water
requires an NPDES permit. Discharges of wastewater into the ground may be
required to obtain an underground injection well permit from Ohio EPA.
City of Toledo Ordinance 139-95
1995
Description:
The City of Toledo implemented an ordinance requiring BMPs for construction sites
from 1-5 acres.
Site Plan Reviews
Ongoing
Description:
Counties and municipalities require site plan reviews, including reviews of storm water
facilities, prior to plan approval.
Floodplain and FEMA Regulations
Ongoing
Description:
Local floodplain management agencies are tasked with enforcing FEMA regulations.
Activities and Accomplishments
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