(A) Connections to a stormwater conveyance or stormwater conveyance system that allow the discharge of non-stormwater, other than the exclusions described in § 154.03, are unlawful. Prohibited connections include, but are not limited to: floor drains, waste water from washing machines or sanitary sewers, wash water from commercial vehicle washing or steam cleaning, and waste water from septic systems.
(B) When such connections exist in violation of this section and said connections were made prior to the adoption of this provision or any other ordinance prohibiting such connections, the property owner or the person using said connection shall remove the connection within one-year following the effective date of this chapter. However, the one-year grace period shall not apply to connections which may result in the discharge of hazardous materials or other discharges which pose an immediate threat to health and safety, or are likely to result in immediate injury and harm to real or personal property, natural resources, wildlife, or habitat.
(C) (1) Where it is determined that said connection (a) may result in the discharge of hazardous material or may pose an immediate threat to health and safety, or is likely to result in immediate injury and harm to real or personal property, natural resources, wildlife, or habitat, or (b) was made in violation of any applicable regulation or ordinance, other than this section, the Stormwater Administrator shall designate the time within which the connection shall be removed.
(2) In setting the time limit for compliance, the Stormwater Administrator shall take into consideration:
(a) The quantity and complexity of the work;
(b) The consequences of delay;
(c) The potential harm to the environment, to the public health, and to public and private property; and
(d) The cost of remedying the damage.
(Ord. passed 6-14-2022)