Information for Businesses
Permanent Storm Water Best Management (BMP) Inspection and Maintenance Program
The City of San Diego both encourages and requires in the installation and maintenance of “best management practices” (BMPs) for preventing storm water pollution. These practices run the gamut from sharing education materials with co-workers to the actual installation of materials and devices designed to prevent or capture potential pollutants. The links below will provide you with more information about the City’s BMP program.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- BMP Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
- Best Management Practices (BMP) Handbooks
- BMP Definitions (PDF)
BMP Types and Maintenance
The City of San Diego (City) is mandated to regularly inspect and track the inventory of new construction and redevelopment projects that are installed with permanent storm water treatment devices (also known as Treatment Control Best Management Practices (BMPs)).
In addition to City-conducted inspections and tracking, property owners are required to conduct their own regular inspections, perform maintenance as needed, and submit documentation of these activities to the City. The City has been contacting property owners about their responsibilities under the storm water regulations. Copies of documents provided to property owners are available through the links included below.
Forms/Documents
- BMP Inspection Item List (PDF)
- Storm Water Standards Manual (PDF)