New Development / Redevelopment
Some common pollutants from the new development/redevelopment industry include:
- Building materials
- Construction debris
Runoff (stormwater and non-stormwater) from the new development/redevelopment industry can be a major source of these pollutants, and once released, these harmful pollutants can be transported to our Orange County rivers, creeks, and the ocean.
Here are tips for the new development / redevelopment industry to help keep our waterways clean:
Contain
Contain your work area by preventing water and potential pollutants from leaving your work site. Be aware of nearby storm drains to prevent any potential flow or discharge to the storm drain system.
Control
Better manage your work area by organizing and containing equipment, tools, and supplies. Use dry cleaning methods first such as sweeping up debris with a broom, using a mop to clean hard surfaces, and using absorbent material to pick up hazardous spills.
Train
Train employees on how to properly cleanup work sites. Always keep a spill kit with absorbent material in the work area. You should be aware of land development requirements located here.
Practice BMPs related to the development / redevelopment industry listed in the BMP Fact Sheets here.
Find additional BMP Fact Sheets here. Once on the BMP Fact Sheet website, use the left menu to navigate between the different BMP Fact Sheet categories available.
Also, check out our applicable brochures below: