MS4 Stormwater Program MS4 Stormwater Program

The SWPPP was approved on March 17, 2014, by Minnesota Pollution Control; Watab Township is a mandated small MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System.)

Any resident or contractor doing construction in Watab Township must complete a questionnaire on whether or not the project requires a Land Disturbance Permit and/or must submit a Land Disturbance Permit Application.  Watab Township is required to have an Erosion and Sediment Control Ordinance by state law and the Federal Clean Waters Act.  All land disturbing activities are subject to the ordinance.

How Does the Process Work?

Submit a completed Questionnaire and/or Land Disturbance Permit Application.  The application includes a Site Plan that shows the Best Management Practices that will be used during construction for stormwater management.  The Township will review your application and contact you with any questions.  The application will be reviewed for approval and may be subject to conditions.  Notice of coverage is picked up by the permittee, and at this time the permit fee is paid, if required.  There is no permit fee for a single-family residence unless 1 acre or more of land is disturbed; however, a SWPPP plan must be approved for all single-family homes or projects that disturb more than 1 acre.

Where Do I Get a Questionnaire?

Permit applications may be found on the Township website or at the Town Hall office.  Building Permits will not be issued prior to the completion of the questionnaire.  If your project requires a Land Disturbance Permit, you will also need to gain the approval of the Township before a Building Permit is issued.  The Township has 15 days to review the Land Disturbance Permit Application for approval or denial.