How-Tos
Small Building Site Requirements
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You are responsible for the prevention of runoff pollution from the site. You can be fined up to $1,000 per day and your project can be halted if you do not meet the requirements for prevention of runoff into the storm drain system and local waterways. This pamphlet contains requirements and tips for preventing from your site.
Additional References for Tips on How to Prevent Runoff Pollution from your Small Building Site
Sacramento Stormwater Management Program Brochures
The following tri-fold brochures are available free by contacting the County of Sacramento: Painting With- out Polluting, Concrete and Creeks Don’t Mix Contact: (916) 874-6851
The CASQA (California Stormwater Quality Association) Construction Handbook
This handbook provides guidance on developing and implementing Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and a range of general information about stormwater BMPs and related issues. It is available on-line (for free) at www.cabmphandbooks.com/Construction.asp.
Contact Information
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Information
Butte County,
(530) 538-7266 Ext 2009
City of Chico,
(530) 879-6950
Permits and discharges to the sanitary sewer system
City of Chico,
(530) 895-4966
Hazardous Waste Disposal and Paint Recycling
Butte County,
(530) 538-7671
Building permits
Butte County,
(530) 538-7601
City of Chico,
(530) 879-6700


