All sites more than 1 acre or lots that are part of a subdivision being more than 1 acre will need to be inspected by the City for Construction Site Erosion Control and Pollution Prevention measures.  Violations will result in delays of construction and/or fines.  For more information, please see our new Ordinance here.

Resources for Construction Sites:

• Construction Site Field Guide:

• Erosion & Sediment Control Best Practices for Individual Building Sites:

• 4" Topsoil Requirement Updates:

• Concrete Washout Best Practices:

• Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans for Residential Lots

• Information about Iowa DNR's General Permit #2

• Iowa Statewide Urban Design and Specifications - Resources for choosing appropriate erosion control measures

• Notice of Intent for NPDES Coverage under General Permit #2

 

Post-Construction Erosion Control

• Rainscaping Bioswales:

• Permeable Pavements:

• Bioswale Design Guidelines:

• Native Plant Landscaping:

If you have any questions about erosion control measures, please call City Hall at 285-4841!