Lorain County Conservation District

When Does This Permit Apply?

A Full Erosion & Sediment Control (ESC) / Comprehensive Storm Water Management Plan (CSWMP) Permit is needed for soil disturbance one acre and greater on any land used or being developed on for non-agricultural purposes within the unincorporated areas of Lorain County and may include:

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• Subdivisions, Commercial, or Industrial sites.

• Non-residential individual development sites.

• Multi-family development sites.

• Non-residential lots within a Common Plan of Development. 

• Multi-family development within a Common Plan of Development. 

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For larger projects including post-construction practices and creation of impervious surfaces (such as subdivisions), additional plans may be required to be submitted to the Lorain County Engineer's Office.

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How Do I Apply?

To apply for a Full ESC / CSWMP Permit, all of the following items must be submitted to Lorain Soil & Water Conservation District at the time of application:​

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• Completed Erosion & Sediment Control Application form.

• Applicable fees (cash or check only made out to "Lorain County Commissioners") - based on acres disturbed, which should include the Plan Review Fee and the 2-Year Permit Coverage and Monthly Inspection Fee.

• Ohio EPA Individual Lot NOI - if your site is part of a Common Plan of Development.

• Ohio EPA NPDES NOI - if your site disturbance is ≥1 acre and not part of a Common Plan of Development.

• Site plan that outlines the limits of soil disturbance, location of structures, setbacks, and installation location of best management practices.

• Full set of plans including a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3) - if applicable.

• Verification of compliance with other applicable permits.

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The completed application packet can be submitted in person or by mail to:

42110 Russia Road, Elyria, OH 44035