Stormwater compliance is a critical component of any construction project in California, and failure to meet regulatory requirements can lead to costly delays, fines, and enforcement actions. We provide comprehensive SWPPP development and implementation services, ensuring that each project meets the standards of the Construction General Permit (CGP), the Clean Water Act, and applicable local jurisdictional requirements. Our team conducts site-specific assessments, prepares technically sound Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans, and ensures Best Management Practices (BMPs) are properly selected, detailed, and phased to align with project activities and seasonal risk levels.

As certified QSDs and QSPs, we offer ongoing compliance oversight, including routine site inspections, Rain Event Action Plan (REAP) preparation, sampling and monitoring, risk-level determination, and corrective action recommendations. We support contractors and owners throughout the project lifecycle by documenting compliance, maintaining required reporting in SMARTS, and providing defensible records in the event of regulatory review. Our goal is to ensure your project remains compliant, efficient, and protected from enforcement exposure—allowing you to focus on timely construction while we manage the regulatory responsibilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

California General Construction Permit (GCP) is a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) required by the Federal Clean Water Act to regulate stormwater discharges from construction activities. The State of California has been authorized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to issue these permits on behalf of the Federal Government.