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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>April 2015<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><b>CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY STORMWATER COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE NOTICE<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>This notification is applicable to all site owners and operators whose construction projects are currently authorized to discharge under the Rhode Island Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (RIPDES) General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activity (CGP). This notice is being sent to inform you that the DEM is conducting random site inspections of construction sites throughout the state to ensure compliance with the requirements of the RIPDES CGP.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b>Understanding Your Permit Requirements and Responsibilities<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>Proper management of construction activities to prevent the discharge of stormwater impacted by uncontrolled construction activity to local stormwater collection systems or to state surface waters is a critical component of the DEM’s efforts to maintain the quality of state surface waters. In order to prevent any harmful impacts associated with construction activity it is your responsibility to comply with the RIPDES CGP during the course of your site disturbance activities. The keys to success are as follows:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=1 type=1><li class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify;mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3'>Ensure that an updated copy of your Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plan (SESC Plan) including site plans; amendments to the SESC Plan; records of inspections, maintenance, and corrective actions; and a copy of the pertinent DEM permits; are kept on-site and implemented at all times during the extent of coverage under this permit. The site operator as defined by Part I.C.2 of the RIPDES CGP must maintain a copy of the SESC Plan at a central location on-site for the use of all those identified as having responsibilities under the SESC Plan whenever they are actively working on the construction site. If an on-site location is unavailable to store the SESC Plan and associated records when no personnel are present, notice of the SESC Plan’s location must be posted near the main entrance of the construction site. <o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in;text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=2 type=1><li class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo6'>Ensure that all required erosion, runoff, sediment, and pollution prevention control measures are installed, inspected, and maintained in accordance with Part III.J.3 of the RIPDES CGP. <o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><ol style='margin-top:0in' start=3 type=1><li class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo9'>Be aware that even if measures are correctly installed on a site according to the approved SESC Plan, the site is only in compliance with the RIPDES CGP when erosion, runoff, sedimentation, and pollution sources are effectively controlled throughout the entire site. <o:p></o:p></li></ol><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:.5in'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>Failure to comply with these key requirements and the other terms and conditions, outlined in the RIPDES CGP constitutes a permit violation and is grounds for enforcement. Each year the DEM conducts inspections and unfortunately, every year our inspections have resulted in formal and informal enforcement actions for failure to comply with the RIPDES CGP. In an attempt to minimize instances of non-compliance and subsequent enforcement actions this notification has been sent to remind you of your responsibilities as set forth in the RIPDES CGP.<o:p></o:p></p><span style='font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";mso-fareast-language:EN-US'><br clear=all style='page-break-before:always'></span><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b>Compliance Assistance<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>In order to help clarify the 2013 Construction General Permit requirements RIDEM has developed a compliance assistance tool entitled “The Construction Site Stormwater Compliance Assistance Program”. Participation in this voluntary program will specifically identify for you and your site operator what RIDEM and the applicable regulations require you to do as you undertake your construction project. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='color:#1621F6'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Although participation in this compliance assistance initiative is voluntary, RIDEM <b>strongly</b> <b>encourages</b> your active participation. It is important to recognize that you as the construction site owner and your designated site operator <b><u>must</u></b> comply with the applicable requirements covered in the certification workbook, regardless of whether or not you choose to participate in this program. One of the main benefits of this program is that it enhances your ability to comply<span style='color:red'> </span>with environmental regulations and helps you to prepare for a random regulatory inspection. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to manage your project correctly and establish your expectations with your selected site operator early on in the project. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Please note that</b> <b>active sites that choose not to participate may be selected for a targeted regulatory inspection by the Department. </b>Sites found to be in non-compliance with the regulations noted on the checklist and in the workbook may be subject to significant penalties. <s><o:p></o:p></s></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>More information on this program can be found by going to the following webpage:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><a href="http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/benviron/assist/ms4/index.htm">http://www.dem.ri.gov/programs/benviron/assist/ms4/index.htm</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>This website will provide you with a wealth of information including a <i>Fact Sheet</i> which further explains the benefits of participation and the <i>Construction Site Stormwater Compliance Workbook</i> which will assist you in participating in the voluntary self-certification process.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b>Completing Your Project and Permit Termination<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Please also be advised that in accordance with Part I.D of the CGP, owners of authorized construction sites must also notify the DEM in writing upon completion of land disturbing activities. The CGP requires site owners to certify that all disturbed soils at the construction site are stabilized, temporary erosion and sediment control measures have been removed, and all stormwater discharges associated with construction activity have been eliminated prior to requesting termination. Once these requirements have been met and all annual fees have been paid, a formal termination request may be submitted to the DEM. The minimum information required to terminate permit coverage can be found in Part I.E of the RIPDES CGP. In addition, a formal Notice of Termination form can be found at the following website:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><a href="http://www.dem.ri.gov/pubs/regs/regs/water/ripdesca.pdf">http://www.dem.ri.gov/pubs/regs/regs/water/ripdesca.pdf</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Completed and signed Notice of Termination forms must be submitted to the following address:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>RI Department of Environmental Management<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Office of Water Resources<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>RIPDES Program<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Permitting Section<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>235 Promenade Street<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'>Providence, RI 02908<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><span style='font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'>We appreciate your cooperation in maintaining compliance with the requirements of the RIPDES CGP. If you have any questions please contact Brian Lafaille, PE of the RIPDES Permitting staff at 222-4700, Extension 7731. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'>Sincerely,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal style='text-align:justify'><!--[if gte vml 1]><v:shapetype id="_x0000_t75" coordsize="21600,21600" o:spt="75" o:preferrelative="t" path="m@4@5l@4@11@9@11@9@5xe" filled="f" stroked="f">
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