Resources

On December 7, 2024, PADEP issued a new Chapter 102 Construction Stormwater General Permit (PAG-02). This is a summary of key implementation dates effective under the new 2024 PAG-02.

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has reissued the PAG-02 General Permit for Discharges of Stormwater Associated with Construction Activities. Get an overview of significant changes to the permit.

Learn about stormwater ordinance considerations in Allegheny County, including riparian buffers, rainfall amounts, future maintenance and more.

Find steps for completing a PNDI environmental review and obtaining a receipt, which will outline conservation, avoidance measures, and potential impacts to protected species or sensitive resources in your project area.

Basins and ponds are not just facilities to filter, cool and control stormwater. They can also be valuable habitat for wildlife. Stormwater facility owners can ensure their basins protect young wildlife and manage stormwater runoff.

Allegheny County Conservation District has released comprehensive data on county development patterns, accompanied by mapped locations of existing stormwater infrastructure. Watch a recording of the live data release with industry partners and professionals.

ACCD talks with Inside Radio Program about the role of conservation districts in healthy land use practices, development trends and protecting natural resources.

Find out what to expect when interacting with ACCD's Chapter 102 and 105 Programs. Learn who to contact, where to find resources and how to navigate the online permit portal.

Determine if your project meets eligibility requirements to utilize Managed Release Concept (MRC) as a Post Construction Stormwater BMP for General NPDES permits.

The Chapter 105 Program exists to ensure waterways are protected. This includes protection of health, property, welfare and safety of people as well as maintaining Pennsylvania's natural resources. Find out when you need a permit.

What's regulated and why? Learn about Chapter 105 General Permits, what they are, basic components and how to submit.

Specialized curriculum for municipal officials and public works staff to ensure they know best practices to prevent non-point source pollution in streams and wetlands

Learn how to fill out a PAG-02 Notice of Intent per the NOI instructions. Topics also include eligibility criteria, the administrative process and application materials.

Learn how to complete DEP forms, including Co-Permittee Acknowledgement, Visual Site Inspection, Municipal Notification, Notice of Termination and Permit Transfer.

Recommendations on site evaluation and infiltration testing per the PA Stormwater Manual and MRC Guidance Document