The New Development section of the stormwater program addresses pollution during construction projects, including sediment and erosion control as well as incorporating permanent controls in project designs. The City of Half Moon Bay Conditions of Approval contains language requiring stormwater pollution prevention practices. Contractors are informed of the Best Management Practices (BMPs) required on all construction projects.
At a minimum, all projects must adhere to BMPs recommended by the San Mateo Countywide Water Pollution Prevention Program (SMCWPPP) during construction and include the Countywide Construction Best Management Practices sheet in all submitted improvement plan sets.
For more information on new development and construction controls, contact the building department at 650-712-5835 and review the Current Stormwater Quality Control Requirements (2016).