Guidance Manual for the Preparation of Part 2 of the NPDES Permit Applicationsfor Discharges from Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems

摘要

The manual provides detailed guidance on the development of Part 2 permitapplications for municipal separate storm sewer systems. It provides technical assistance and support for all municipal separate storm sewer systems subject to regulatory requirements under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program for storm water point source discharges. The manual also emphasizes the application of pollution prevention measures and implementation of Best Management Practices (BMPs) to reduce pollutant loadings and improve water quality.