Cleanwater Consulting exists to assist developers and contractors in ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act, the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), Construction General Permit (CGP), and certain regional or Tribal requirements for construction projects. We provide consulting and training for Clean Water Act, NPDES, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) compliance for construction and development activities in New Mexico and on Tribal lands. Clean Water Consulting of Arizona provides these services in Arizona in relation to the Arizona Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (AZPDES).
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FEDERAL LAW EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2003
On July 1, 2003, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a new Construction General Permit that controls all construction projects that have the potential to pollute any waters of the United States. Stringent requirements have been implemented that include:
As of March 10, 2003, all projects of 1-5 acres (or smaller if they are part of a larger plan of development or sale) must comply with the NPDES or the AZPDES (for Arizona projects);
From July 1, 2003 forward, all projects subject to NPDES or AZPDES requirements must have a SWPPP in place at least seven days prior to any construction activity; and
All projects must have a "Qualified Person" to inspect the project for compliance with and modification of the SWPPP.
Those who do not comply with the Federal law can be subjected to fines exceeding $32,500.00 per day, per violation ($25,000 per day, per violation in Arizona).

BENEFITS OF CLEANWATER CONSULTING PROGRAMS

Learn how to protect your profit by simple compliance techniques
Protect your company from liability that can be administrative, civil and criminal in nature
Receive in-depth instruction on how to determine if your project is subject to NPDES/AZPDES requirements
Obtain insight on what it takes to formulate Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans
Determine what BMPs (best management practices) are acceptable and how to implement them
Qualify "in-house" inspectors to ensure best management practices are being utilized
Maintain your company's reputation in the community by becoming current on the latest environmental issues related to development and construction

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