Erosion/Sediment Control
Land Disturbance Permit

The City follows state and federal mandates in regulating construction sites to ensure all sediment remains on-site. The Stormwater Engineering Division is currently implementing a comprehensive land disturbance permit program, including the revision of erosion and sediment control best management practices (BMP) standards and requirements.

Generally, a land disturbance permit is required for all sites disturbing 1 acre or more, or which are within 25 feet of a sensitive natural resource area (defined within the ordinance). However, all land disturbers are required to comply with the City Code Chapter 96-Stormwater regardless of the size of the land disturbance. The owner is ultimately responsible for the compliance of their site.

Example Application & Example Permit

Land Disturbance Permit Resources

• Land Disturbance Permit Issuance Checklist
• Land Disturbance Activity Ordinance
• Fee Schedule for Land Disturbance Permits Ordinance

Land Disturbance Permit Forms

• Application for a Land Disturbance Permit
• Land Disturbance Permit Renewal Application

How to Terminate a Permit

• Request for Termination of a Land Disturbance Permit
• Release of Securities Application
• "Terminating Your Land Disturbance Permit" Brochure (pdf 613 KB)