(A) The purpose of this regulation is to provide for the health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of the city through the regulation of illicit discharges to the city separate storm sewer system (MS4). This regulation establishes methods for controlling the introduction of pollutants into the MS4 in order to comply with requirements of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit process as required by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA).
(B) The objectives of this regulation are:
(1) To prohibit illicit discharges and any illegal connections to the MS4 and/or sanitary sewer system; and
(2) To establish legal authority to carry out inspections, monitoring procedures, and enforcement action necessary to ensure compliance with this regulation.
(Ord. 07-16, passed 3-7-2016)