What type of review is required for stormwater BMP modifications?

Written approval is important for stormwater Best Management Practice (BMP) modifications as it provides a formal documentation process that ensures all necessary regulations and requirements are met. This written approval serves as a record that modifications have been reviewed and sanctioned by the appropriate authorities or environmental management teams.

This process helps ensure compliance with local, state, and federal stormwater management regulations, reducing the risk of unapproved changes that could lead to environmental harm or legal issues. Furthermore, it ensures that modifications are carefully assessed for their potential impact on stormwater quality and quantity, thus maintaining the integrity of the overall water management strategy.

In contrast to oral approval, which may lack clarity or accountability, written approval offers a clear, traceable path of communication and decision-making. Additionally, community review and public hearings typically involve broader stakeholder engagement and may not be specifically tied to the need for immediate, project-specific modifications of BMPs, thus making written approval the more direct and necessary choice in this context.