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Permits & Services |
The City of Laredo, Environmental Services Department, is proud to offer various services to the citizens of Laredo. The Environmental Services Department offers the following services:
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Construction Permits |
Construction Storm Water Permits are required
of land disturbance sites greater than 1 acres. Smaller projects
may be required to obtain a Construction Storm Water Permit if
it is part of a larger planned development (i.e. individual lots
in a housing development would not be exempt from a permit since
they are part of a larger development). |
In
order to obtain a Construction Storm Water Permit, a SWPPP
or SWP3 needs to be submitted to the Environmental Department
as well as a copy of the Notice
of Intent (NOI) for the project. |
In
addition to the documents required above, the Construction
Storm Water Permit requires the submission of a Storm
Water Management Plan. |
After all documents are received the site will be inspected by the Environmental Department, and if all requirements are met, a Storm Water Permit will be issued for the construction activity. |
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Industrial Permits |
Industrial Storm Water Permits are required from certain industries within the City of Laredo. The industries that require a permit are based upon Federal and State requirements. Industries that are required to obtain an Industrial Storm Water Permit are identified by their Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code, which can be obtained from your Employer's Quarterly Report (Form C-3) from the Texas Workforce Commission. |
In
order to obtain a Industrial Storm Water Permit, a SWPPP
or SWP3 needs to be submitted to the Environmental Department
as well as a copy of the Notice
of Intent (NOI) for the industry. |
After
all documents are received the site will be inspected by the
Environmental Department, and if all requirements are met,
a Storm Water Permit will be issued for the industrial activity.
In
addition to obtaining a Storm Water Permit, permitted industries
will be inspected and records will be reviewed by the Environmental
Department. |
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Non-Stormwater Discharge Permits |
Non-Storm
Water Discharge Permits are required for discharges other
than rain water. There are two types of non-storm water
discharges:
Only
allowable discharges are given Non-Storm Water Permits. Any
discharges other than the described allowable discharges are
considered illicit.
In
order to obtain a Non-Storm Water Permit, the permittee must
fill out a Non-Storm Water Permit form with the Environmental Services
Department. This can be done online by Clicking Here. |
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Illegal Dumping Enforcement |
Illegal
Dumping creates an eyesore for the city and is a source of
pollution for creeks, rivers and wetlands. The majority of
illegal dumping that takes place in Laredo is from construction
contractors, landscapers, demolition and paving companies,
as well as local citizens.
The
Environmental Services Department patrols the City in search
for illegal dumping activities, however, the majority citations
that have been issued, started as anonymous tips from concerned
citizens.
In
order to successfully investigate and cite individuals and
companies suspected of illegal dumping, the Environmental
Department needs in-depth descriptions of that are used for
illegal dumping practices. Vehicle make and model, license
plate numbers, and company names or logos, greatly help in
the enforcement of illegal dumping cases.
Additionally,
the Environmental Services Department provides "No
Dumping"
signs for problem areas. If you are aware of a problem area
near you, please call us at 794-1650 |
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Spill Reporting |
Spills
occur due to negligence, accidents, and purposefully. Regardless
of the cause, it is important to prevent pollutants from
entering the MS4 and local creeks. The Environmental Department
routinely responds to calls regarding spills, in which our
technicians will protect storm sewer inlets as well as remediate
the spill.
Again,
the Environmental Services Department depends upon individuals
to call our number to report spills and leaks. |
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Household Hazardous Waste Collections |
Without
knowing it, everyone purchases household products that have
the potential to be dangerous. These common products include
paints, household cleaners, garden products, detergents, pet
care products and other such materials.
In
August 1999, the City of Laredo opened a permanent household
hazardous waste collection facility at the Municipal Landfill
located at 6219 Hwy. 359. This facility is open from 10
am
to 4 pm on Wednesdays
and by appointment. Please call (956) 794-1650 to schedule
a drop-off time. The facility also includes an exchange
program
for
the
reuse of Household Hazardous Waste.
Click
Here to See Which Items ARE Accepted
Click
Here to See Which Items are NOT Accepted |
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E-waste Collections |
E-Waste
is a popular, informal name for electronic products
nearing the end of their "useful life." Computers,
televisions, VCRs, stereos, copiers, and fax machines
are common electronic products. Many of these products
can be reused, refurbished, or recycled. Unfortunately,
electronic discards is one of the fastest growing segments
of our nation's waste stream.
Moreover,
e-waste contains many hazardous materials such as lead,
mercury, and cadmium, that pose a hazard to the environment
if not disposed of correctly. The Environmental Services
Department will gladly accept e-waste at the household
hazardous waste collection facility, located at 6219
Hwy. 359. |
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Number of Industrial Stormwater Permits: 64 |
Year to date number of Illegal Dumping Complaints Investigated: 8218 |
Year to date number of illegal discharge complaints investigated: 680 |
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