Renew Your Virginia Industrial Stormwater Permit and Update Your SWPPP with Environmental 360
Posted on January 9, 2024
The clock is ticking as the General VPDES Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Industrial Activity in Virginia is set to expire on June 30th, 2024. Environmental 360 can help with the permit renewal process and update your facility’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Key Dates:
To ensure uninterrupted coverage under the General Permit, submit a Registration Statement no later than May 1, 2024. Act promptly to avoid any lapses in compliance.
Why Renew and Update?
Renewing your permit and updating your SWPPP is not just a regulatory requirement; it’s a proactive step to keep your facility in compliance, safeguard the environment, and steer clear of potential penalties. An updated SWPPP also provides facility personnel with a reliable action plan to mitigate activities contributing to stormwater pollution.
Compliance Beyond Renewal:
Even if renewal isn’t needed for your facility, compliance remains crucial. Part II B.2 of the general permit mandates the maintenance of SWPPP copies, modifications, monitoring records, and reports for at least 3 years after the current permit expires on June 30th, 2024.
As experts in environmental compliance, Environmental 360 is your trusted partner in navigating these changes. Our experienced team ensures a seamless renewal process and assists in crafting effective SWPPPs tailored to your facility’s needs.
Sources:
“9VAC25-880-20. Effective date of general permit.” Virginia’s Legislative Information System, https://law.lis.virginia.gov/admincode/title9/agency25/chapter880/section20/#:~:text=The%20general%20permit%20will%20expire,21%2C%20Issue%203%2C%20eff.
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