It is unlawful for any person, corporation, association, partnership or governmental instrumentality to violate any of the provisions of this title, or to aid or cause the violation of any of said provisions. Any violations shall be subject to a minimum fine of not less than $500 per day occurrence. (1999 Code; amd. Ord. 2020-05, 4-16-2020)
A. Escalating enforcement procedures are intended to minimize the occurrence of and obtain compliance from any person, corporation, association, partnership or governmental instrumentality that release or discharge pollutants, contaminants or wastes into the waterways or drainage system. Enforcement and appeal procedures for releasing or discharging pollutants, contaminants or wastes into the waterways or drainage systems are as set forth in Title 7 of this code. Any violation shall be subject to a minimum administrative penalty of not less than $500 per day or per occurrence.
B. The Salt Lake County Health Department (SLCHD) is to be contacted for any incidents involving spills, releases or the discharge of pollutants, contaminants, or wastes into the waterways or drainage system. SLCHD will respond and investigate the incident, work with the responsible party to ensure the spill and/or discharge is remediated, and initiate appropriate enforcement actions as needed. (Ord. 2020-05, 4-16-2020)
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