Stormwater protection is a vital part of construction and helps keep the environment clean and healthy. Poor construction practices can cause dirt and sediment to wash into creeks, streams, and other waterways, which can harm water quality and wildlife.

To prevent pollution, construction sites are regulated at both the state and local levels.

Construction site requirements are based on the size of the disturbed area:

• The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regulates the Construction General Permit. City ordinances support these state requirements to reduce pollution to the maximum practical extent. All construction sites must comply with the Construction General Permit.
  
  
  • Under 1 acre: The site plans must include an Erosion Control Plan (ECP).
  • 1 to 5 acres: The site must create a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and have a Small Construction Site Notice (CSN) posted.
  • Over 5 acres: The site must obtain a Notice of Intent (NOI) through STEERS, create a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP), and have a Large Construction Site Notice (CSN) posted.

Together, these regulations help protect local waterways, drinking water sources, and wildlife while supporting responsible construction practices.

Stormwater Requirements for Construction Sites

Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

• Submit an electronic copy of your project's SWPPP to the appropriate City department.

• TCEQ SWPPP Template
• Surface Water Quality Viewer (Receiving Water)
• Web Soil Survey

• For large sites include the TCEQ permit number on the cover page.

• TCEQ Permit Portal (STEERS)
• Construction General Permit (TCEQ) - TXR15000
• 2023 Construction General Permit Fact Sheet

Construction Site Notices & Notice of Intent

• Large Construction Site Notice – Primary Operator
• Large Construction Site Notice – Secondary Operator
• Small Construction Site Notice
• Small Construction Site Notice – Low Erosion Waiver

City Ordinances & Guidelines

• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Ordinance
  • Article 10 of the Stormwater Flood Protection Ordinance
• Building Inspection - City Inspection Guidelines
• Planning and Zoning Guidance

Design Standards & Construction Details

• Design Standards and Construction Details
• Design Guidelines

City Forms and Portals

• Application Forms
• CityView Portal