Full Erosion & Sediment Control / CSWMP
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.
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Non-residential individual development sites.
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Multi-family development sites.
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Non-residential lots within a Common Plan of Development.
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Multi-family development within a Common Plan of Development.
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.
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.
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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.
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Ohio EPA Individual Lot NOI - if your site is part of a Common Plan of Development.
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Ohio EPA NPDES NOI - if your site disturbance is ≥1 acre and not part of a Common Plan of Development.
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Site plan that outlines the limits of soil disturbance, location of structures, setbacks, and installation location of best management practices.
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Full set of plans including a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWP3) - if applicable.
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Verification of compliance with other applicable permits.
The completed application packet can be submitted in person or by mail to:
42110 Russia Road, Elyria, OH 44035
Please see below for additional items that may help with the Full Erosion & Sediment Control / CSWMP Permit application process.
For any questions regarding Lorain County's Erosion & Sediment Control Rules, please contact Jack Fisher, Stormwater Specialist at 440-326-5808 or email jfisher@oraincounty.us.
For any questions regarding Lorain County's Comprehensive Storm Water Management Program Regulations, contact the Lorain County Engineers at 440-329-5584.