CRWD issues permits to ensure stormwater runoff from development projects does not negatively impact the District’s lakes, rivers and wetlands. Impervious or paved surfaces on new development projects generate large volumes of runoff that may contain oil, salt, dirt, bacteria and trash, all of which contribute to poor water quality in CRWD. Water quality and stormwater management rules adopted by our Board of Managers govern all CRWD permitting requirements. The Permitting Program primarily regulates construction sites that are more than one acre. CRWD requires erosion and sediment control during construction and installation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) to treat runoff after construction.
Permits
Stats
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36
million gallons of runoff treated after 1" of rainfall
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467
permitted projects to help the Mississippi River
Active Permits
FAQs
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Our permitting program regulates construction activity by requiring erosion and sediment control, as well as stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) to capture and treat runoff leaving the site.
Permit applications are reviewed by District staff and presented to the Board of Managers at meetings, typically held the first and third Wednesday of every month. Applicants must submit the permit application at least 21 days prior to a regularly scheduled board meeting in order to be considered. -
Visit your permit page to apply now and find additional permit guidance.
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Check the status of your permit application on our interactive permits map.