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This document outlines the legislation regarding the establishment, funding, and management of a stormwater utility in accordance with the Federal Clean Water Act and Tennessee state laws.

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How to fill out MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE

1. Begin by obtaining the MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE document from the relevant authority.
2. Familiarize yourself with the definitions and key terms included in the ordinance.
3. Review the purpose and goals outlined in the ordinance to understand its intent.
4. Identify the rate structure for stormwater charges based on property type and impervious surface area.
5. Complete the section regarding the establishment of the utility, including jurisdiction and responsibilities.
6. Fill out any required provisions regarding billing and collection of stormwater fees.
7. Include provisions for exemptions or credits for certain properties if applicable.
8. Review compliance and enforcement mechanisms outlined in the ordinance.
9. Add sections that specify public notification and participation processes.
10. Review the ordinance for legal sufficiency and clarity before submission.

Who needs MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE?

1. Municipal governments planning to implement a stormwater utility.
2. Urban planners and environmental agencies responsible for stormwater management.
3. Property owners who may be affected by new stormwater billing or regulations.
4. Consultants and engineers involved in stormwater management projects.

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What is the purpose of the stormwater management plan?

Stormwater management plans are designed to risk pollution from runoff and are legally required for most construction projects that discharge into public waters.

What is BMP in stormwater?

Answer: The acronym "BMP" is short for Best Management Practice. In the context of water quality, BMPs are devices and actions that improve or prevent the pollution of urban runoff and stormwater.

What is the meaning of stormwater system?

A stormwater system is a tool for managing the runoff from rainfall.

What are the federal requirements for stormwater runoff from construction sites?

Background on Permitting Protections A Clean Water Act permit is required for stormwater discharges from any construction activity disturbing: 1 acre or more of land, or. Less than 1 acre of land, but that is part of a common plan of development or sale that will ultimately disturb 1 or more acres of land.

What is the model stormwater ordinance?

The main goal of the model post-construction stormwater management ordinance for new development and redevelopment is to limit surface runoff volumes and reduce water runoff pollution loadings. The ordinance could include what nonstructural and structural stormwater practices are allowed within the community.

What is the US EPA stormwater management model?

EPA's Storm Water Management Model (SWMM) is used throughout the world for planning, analysis, and design related to stormwater runoff, combined and sanitary sewers, and other drainage systems in urban areas. There are many applications for drainage systems in non-urban areas as well.

What does stormwater mean on my utility bill?

A stormwater fee is a charge imposed on real estate owners for pollution in stormwater drainage from impervious surface runoff. This system imposes a tax that is proportional to the total impervious area on a particular property, including concrete or asphalt driveways and roofs, that do not allow rain to infiltrate.

What is the model for urban stormwater improvement conceptualization?

Model for Urban Stormwater Improvement Conceptualisation (MUSIC) by eWater is a modelling software that simulates the quantity and quality of runoff within a catchment.

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What is MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE?

The Model Stormwater Utility Ordinance is a legislative framework intended to manage and regulate stormwater runoff and drainage systems in urban and suburban environments. It provides guidelines for the establishment of utility fees and programs to fund stormwater management practices.

Who is required to file MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE?

Local governments and municipalities that wish to implement a stormwater utility for the management of stormwater systems are required to file the Model Stormwater Utility Ordinance.

How to fill out MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE?

To fill out the Model Stormwater Utility Ordinance, local agencies need to provide specific information related to their stormwater management programs, including fee structures, property classifications, and implementation strategies, ensuring compliance with state and local regulations.

What is the purpose of MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE?

The purpose of the Model Stormwater Utility Ordinance is to create a structured approach to stormwater management, ensuring infrastructure maintenance, funding for improvements, and protection of water quality, thereby minimizing the impact of stormwater runoff on communities.

What information must be reported on MODEL STORMWATER UTILITY ORDINANCE?

The information that must be reported includes details about the stormwater utility fee assessment, types of properties subject to the fee, revenue generation from these fees, proposed projects funded by the utility, and compliance with environmental regulations.