Industrial Stormwater GP (2024)

Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection

Industrial Stormwater General Permit

The General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activity (“Industrial Stormwater General Permit”) regulates industrial facilities with point source discharges that are engaged in specific activities listed in the permit. To register for this program, these facilities must submit a registration form, and implement a Pollution Prevention Plan (PPP). The PPP must include information about the site, an inventory of exposed materials, a summary of potential pollutants, a description of and schedule for implementation of storm water control methods, storm water monitoring, and site inspection.

  • Industrial Stormwater General Permit Without Modification - effective October 1, 2021; expires September 30, 2024
  • June 22, 2021 Notice of Reissuance
  • Fact Sheet

NOTES AND DOCUMENTS REGARDING THE 2024 PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE REISSUANCE OF THEINDUSTRIAL STORMWATER GENERAL PERMIT:

  • NOTES
    • 06/05/2024 – 2024 Renewal Registrations: Renewal registrations are not required at this time and should not be submitted. The new registration materials and website links will be posted some time in September 2024 for allow permittees to familiarize themselves with the new process. All renewal registrations submitted before October 1, 2024 will be rejected. Any associated fees will not be refunded and will not carry over to the next registration.

    • 03/27/2024 - Name Change:The general permit issued 10/01/2021 is titled, “General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activities” (aka “Industrial Stormwater General Permit”, “2021 IGP”, etc.).The reissued version will be titled, “National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activities” (aka “draft IGP”, “2024 IGP”, etc.)

    • 03/27/2024 – Document Information:TheNotice of Tentative Determination expresses the intent to reissue the general permit with the changes seen in the Draft Permit, and explains how public comments can be submitted. The Fact Sheet explains the permit history and why certain changes are being proposed.

    • DOCUMENTS
      • Notice of Tentative Determination – Intent to Reissue the General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activities
        (3 pages, uploaded 03/27/2024)
      • Fact Sheet for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activities
        (34 pages, uploaded 03/27/2024)
      • Supplemental Fact Sheet for the Draft General NPDES Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activities
        (4 pages, uploaded 04/01/2024)
      • **DRAFT Permit (253 pages)** (uploaded 03/27/2024)
        • National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) General Permit for the Discharge of Stormwater Associated with Industrial Activities
      • **DRAFT Permit Appendices (93 pages)** (uploaded 03/27/2024)
        • Appendix A – SIC and NAICS Codes (72 pages)
        • Appendix B – Certification of Registration (2 pages)
        • Appendix C – Aquifer Protection (2 pages)
        • Appendix D – Certification That The SWPPP Meets Permit Criteria (2 pages)
        • Appendix E – Certification of Non-Stormwater Discharges (2 pages)
        • Appendix F – Certification That Facility is Inactive or Unstaffed (2 pages)
        • Appendix G – Certification That the Facility Does Not Use Urea (2 pages)
        • Appendix H – Concrete Washout BMPs (8 pages)
        • Appendix I – Notice of Termination (1 page)

    Guidance Documents:

    • Pollution Prevention Plan Guidance Document

    • Impaired Waters Monitoring Table

    • Video Tutorial - General Permit with modifications

    Video Tutorial - Common Compliance Problems with the Industrial General Permit

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    Industrial Stormwater GP (2)

    How to register using ezFile:
    • Set up a User Account (Instructions for creating a new account)
      (Anyone who intends to prepare, review and/or submit a registration electronically within the ezFile portal must create an account.)

    • Create a Subscriber Agreement (SA) electronically in ezFile. (Instructions for creating an SA)

    • Print Subscriber Agreement.

    • Get "wet" signatures on Subscriber Agreement.

    Update: A scanned pdf of the signed subscriber agreement must be emailed to deep.stormwaterstaff@ct.gov. Maintain the originally-signed agreement in your records to be made available upon DEEP request.

    • Every person that will fill out, edit, review, certify, or submit an electronic filing must be
      identified and assigned a role. (Instructions for Assigning User Roles)

    • Once you have received email approval of your SA, you can login to ezFile and complete a filing.
      Remember: ezFile has been optimized for Google Chrome.

    If a registrant is not capable of submitting electronically, meaning that they do not have access to a computer, or if you have other questions or concerns regarding ezFile, please contact the stormwater group at 860-424-3025 or DEEP.StormwaterStaff@ct.gov.

    Check the Status of your Registration/Certification
    Stormwater Monitoring Report Forms:

    Use the appropriate form, from the list below, to submit stormwater monitoring data to the department. Refer to Section 5(e) of the general permit with modifications for specific information on monitoring requirements.

    Update: A scanned pdf of the stormwater monitoring report must be emailed to deep.stormwaterstaff@ct.gov.Maintain the original stormwater monitoring report in your records to be made available upon DEEP request.

    Types of Facilities

    Forms

    Revision Date 10/17/11

    General (for facilities without sector-specific requirements) Word , PDF
    Sector A - Asphalt Plants Word , PDF
    Sector B - Mines & Quarries and Stone Cutting Word , PDF
    Sector C - Refuse Systems Word , PDF
    Sector D - Auto Salvage Yards Word , PDF
    Sector E - Scrap Recycling Facilities Word , PDF
    Sector F - Steam Electric Power Generation Word , PDF
    Sector G - Transportation and Public Works Facilities
    • (Non-Municipal) Transportation Facilities (SIC Codes 40, 41, 42, 43, 44 - except 4493 and 45) (use the general form)
    Word , PDF
    • Large Airports
    Word , PDF
    • Small Airports
    Word , PDF
    • Federal, State or Municipal Maintenance/Repair/Salt Storage Facilities
    • Bulk Solid De-icing Material Storage Facilities

    Word , PDF

    Word, PDF

    • DOT Maintenance and Repair Facilities
    Word , PDF
    Sector H - Marinas, Yacht Clubs, Boat Dealers Word , PDF
    Sector I - Ship & Boat Building and Repair Word , PDF
    Sector J - Small Scale Composting Facilities Word , PDF

    Stormwater Management

    Content Last Updated June 5, 2024

    Industrial Stormwater GP (2024)

    FAQs

    When industrial wastewaters are discharged to surface waters, for example a creek, ditch, pond, or lake, the EPA or state requires a? ›

    You need an NPDES permit if you discharge wastewater or stormwater from a point source into navigable waters (40 CFR 122 Subpart A). NPDES permits are usually good for 5 years and limit pollutants (such as oil and grease), total suspended solids, and pH (40 CFR 122.46 and 122.1(b)).

    What often occurs when stormwater flows across the exterior surfaces at an industrial facility? ›

    Many industrial sites are exposed to harsh weather conditions such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail. The resulting stormwater can rapidly accumulate across the premises and flow over land or impervious surfaces, causing flooding, disrupting vital processes and activities, and damaging critical equipment and supplies.

    Which of the following should be considered as major sources of industrial stormwater pollution? ›

    Improperly stored materials and equipment are a major source of polluted stormwater runoff. For example, a common pollution prevention control measure is to clean and thoroughly drain any obsolete equipment or vehicles of oils and other contaminants before storing outdoors.

    What is the discharge of industrial waste water called? ›

    Industrial effluents are discharges from various industries, and various organic pollutants have been found in different water resources.

    What is the difference between stormwater runoff and wastewater? ›

    As water hits the ground, that rain becomes runoff when it cannot be absorbed properly. (due to cement, asphalt, or other man-made structures). As wastewater leaves your home, it carries the things you let go down the drain (often unsustainable items, too).

    How to prevent industrial runoff? ›

    Ways to Reduce Industrial Stormwater Runoff
    1. Plan and Execute Effective Stormwater Management Practices. ...
    2. Maintain and Inspect Stormwater Control System Devices. ...
    3. Employ Green Infrastructure Solutions. ...
    4. Minimize Impervious Surfaces. ...
    5. Develop a Comprehensive Spill Prevention and Response Plan.
    Jul 21, 2023

    What are 2 examples of pollution that comes from stormwater runoff? ›

    Water from rain or snow storms, known as stormwater, instead flows over streets, parking lots and roofs and into a water body or storm drain. Stormwater runoff is often worsened by human activities, and can contain nitrogen and phosphorus pollutants from fertilizers, pet and yard waste.

    Which of the following is a major cause of stormwater runoff? ›

    Some common examples include over fertilizing lawns, excessive pesticide use, not picking up pet waste, using too much salt to de-ice driveways, letting oil drip out of their vehicles and littering.

    What is it called when wastewater is discharged into the environment? ›

    Effluent is wastewater from sewers or industrial outfalls that flows directly into surface waters, either untreated or after being treated at a facility.

    What is a water discharge EPA? ›

    TRI chemicals released into streams or other water bodies are referred to as “water releases” or “surface water discharges” These discharges come from contained sources, such as industrial process outflow pipes or open trenches.

    What is the water discharged by industries? ›

    Industrial wastewater is the aqueous discard that results from substances having been dissolved or suspended in water, typically during the use of water in an industrial manufacturing process or the cleaning activities that take place along with that process.

    What is industrial waste discharge? ›

    1.1 Industrial Wastewater Discharge Permit Program

    Industrial wastewater is defined as all wastewater from any manufacturing, processing, institutional, commercial, or agricultural operation, or any operation where the wastewater discharged includes significant quantities of waste of non-human origin.

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