D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 21-560

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 24, June 14, 2024

Rule 21-560 - STORMWATER FEE DISCOUNT PROGRAM: INSPECTION

560.1

The District Department of the Environment (Department) shall have the right to inspect a property, for which a customer has applied or is receiving a stormwater fee discount, in order for the Department to determine whether the Best Management Practice (BMP) retains the stormwater runoff volume:

(a) Described on the discount application; or

(b) Previously approved for a discount.

560.2

In order to secure access to a property to inspect a BMP, the Department shall seek permission from the owner, or the owner's agent, including:

(a) The customer identified in the District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority's records;

(b) A tenant; or

(c) The property manager.

560.3

A customer's refusal or knowing failure to provide the Department with access to inspect the BMP shall constitute grounds to deny or revoke the discount, effective the date of the unsuccessful inspection attempt.

D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 21-560

Final Rulemaking published at 60 DCR 10732 (July 19, 2013)

Authority: District Department of the Environment Establishment Act of 2005, effective February 15, 2006, as amended (D.C. Law 16-51; D.C. Official Code §§ 8-151.01 et seq. (2008 Repl. & 2012 Supp.)); the Comprehensive Stormwater Management Enhancement Amendment Act of 2008, effective March 25, 2009, as amended (D.C. Law 17-371; D.C. Official Code §§ 8152.01 et seq. (2008 Repl. & 2012 Supp.)); the Water Pollution Control Act of 1984, effective March 16, 1985, as amended (D.C. Law 5-188; D.C. Official Code §§ 8103.01 et seq. (2008 Repl. & 2012 Supp.)); and Mayor's Order 2006-61, dated June 14, 2006.