Protecting our watershed is good for businesses! Facilities are required by law to prevent pollution, and the city is here to ensure compliance and protect creeks, lagoons and the ocean.

Businesses can prevent water pollution by following Best Management Practices.

• Do not dump or wash anything to any outdoor drain.
• Check your facility before forecasted rain and clean up as needed. Keep trash in its place, with clean trash enclosures and closed lids.
• Cover or move materials and equipment to prevent contact with rainwater.
• Prevent runoff from sprinklers by regularly checking irrigation systems.
• Depending on your onsite business activities, your business might need the state’s Industrial General Permit. Your business license renewal could be withheld if your facility does not have appropriate industrial general permit coverage. Visit the state’s Industrial General Permit site for more information on regulated businesses and permit application.

Your business may be subject to more specific regulations. 

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