Do I need a stormwater permit in Texas?

An SWPPP is required by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and by your construction and/or general permit and will help you prevent stormwater pollution.

What is a stormwater permit in Texas?

A SWPPP, or SW3P, is a Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan. A SWPPP is a fundamental requirement of stormwater permits in Texas. As runoff flows over land and impervious surfaces, it accumulates debris, chemicals, sediment, etc., that could adversely affect water quality if the runoff discharge is untreated.

Who regulates stormwater in Texas?

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) operates the NPDES program under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES). Three stormwater activities are regulated: municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s), industrial activities and construction activities.

What is an NOI TCEQ?

Submit a signed Notice of Intent (NOI) and fee electronically through the ePermitting system in STEERS unless you qualify for an electronic waiver. If submitting an electronic NOI and fee is infeasible, please contact the TCEQ Stormwater Program for questions regarding NOI paper submissions.

What is rain runoff?

Stormwater runoff is generated from rain and snowmelt that flows over land or impervious surfaces, such as paved streets, parking lots, and building rooftops, and does not soak into the ground.

How do I submit a NOI to TCEQ?

To submit this form electronically, enter the following web address into your internet browser and follow the instructions: https://www3.tceq.texas.gov/steers/index.

What is a notice of intent TCEQ?

A TCEQ Notice of Intent (NOI) is an application requesting permit coverage under the Construction General Permit (CGP) TXR150000. The CGP allows contractors and developers to discharge stormwater into state waterways, so long as they comply with the terms of the permit.

Is Stormwater a point source?

Stormwater is classified as a point source when it is regulated through the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Stormwater Program.