27.1 - Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan
A soil erosion and sedimentation control plan shall be submitted with any application for development when the disturbed area of such development totals more than one-half (1/2) acre. Only a single family dwelling that is not a part of a subdivision of land shall be exempt from the submission of a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan.
For the purposes of this regulation, the East Hampton Inland Wetlands and Water
Courses Agency shall be the review body, or agent, to the East Hampton Planning and Zoning commission for all proposed disturbances of land greater than one (1) acre. Nothing in this Section shall be construed as limiting the agent(s) described above from submitting applications to the State of Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, the Soil Conservation Service or other relevant parties for review prior to final recommendation for certification or denial. It shall be the responsibility of the applicant to submit all required plans to the relevant agencies for review.
27.2 - Definitions
Certification - A signed, written approval by the Planning and Zoning Commission that a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan complies with the applicable requirements of these Regulations.
County Soil and Water Conservation District – Connecticut River Coastal Conservation District established under Subsection (a) of Section 22a-315 of the General Statutes. (effective 12/06/03)
Development - Any construction or grading activities to improved or unimproved real estate.
Disturbed area - An area where the ground cover is destroyed or removed leaving the land subject to accelerated erosion.
Erosion - The detachment and movement of soil or rock fragments by water, wind, ice or gravity.
Grading - Any excavating, grubbing, filling (including hydraulic fill), or stockpiling of earth materials or any combination thereof, including the land in its excavated or filled condition.
Inspection - The periodic review of sedimentation and erosion control measures shown on the certified plan.
Sediment - Solid material, either mineral or organic, that is in suspension, is transported, or has been moved from its site of origin by erosion.
Soil - Any unconsolidated mineral or organic material of any origin.
Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan - A scheme that minimizes soil erosion and sedimentation resulting from development and includes, but is not limited to, a map and narrative.
27.3 - Requirements for Certification/Approval of Erosion and Sedimentation
Control Plan
To be eligible for certification, a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan shall contain provisions to adequately control accelerated erosion and sedimentation and reduce the danger from storm water runoff on the proposed site based on the best available technology. Such principles, methods and practices necessary for certification are found in the 2002 Connecticut Guidelines for Soil erosion and Sediment Control, as amended. Alternative principles, methods and practices may be used with prior approval of agents of the Commission. (effective 12/06/03)
27.3.1 - Plan Requirements
Said plan shall contain, but is not limited to:
A. A narrative describing:
1. The development
2. The schedule for grading and construction activities including
a. Start and completion dates
b. Sequence of grading and construction activities;
c. Sequence for installation and/or application of soil erosion and sedimentation control measures
d. Sequence for final stabilization of the project site
e. Name, address and evening telephone number of individual(s) responsible for implementation of the Erosion and Sediment Control Plan
B. The design criteria for proposed soil erosion and sedimentation control measures
C. The construction details for proposed soil erosion and sedimentation control measures
D. The installation and/or application procedures for proposed soil erosion and sedimentation control measures
E. The operation and maintenance program for proposed soil erosion and sedimentation control measures
F. A site plan that is in compliance with Section 28 of the East Hampton Zoning Regulations
G. Any other information deemed necessary and appropriate by the Commission or its designated agent.
27.3.2 - Minimum Acceptable Standards
1. Plans for soil erosion and sedimentation control shall be developed in accordance with these Regulations using the principles as outlined in the 2002 Connecticut Guidelines for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control as amended. Soil erosion and sedimentation control plans shall result in a development that: minimizes erosion and sedimentation during construction; is stabilized and protected from erosion when completed; and does not cause off-site erosion and/or sedimentation. (effective 12/06/03)
2. The minimum standards for individual measures are those in the 2002 Connecticut Guidelines for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control, as amended. The Commission may grant exceptions when requested by the applicant if technically sound reasons are presented, that accomplish the same goals as the Connecticut Guidelines. (effective 12/06/03)
27.4 - Certification or Denial of Erosion and Sedimentation Plans:
1. The Planning and Zoning Commission shall certify a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan after it is determined by its designated agent(s) that said plan complies with the requirements and objectives of this regulation. When the soil erosion and sedimentation control plan fails to comply with these Regulations, the Commission shall deny certification of the plan.
2. When the Planning and Zoning Commission or its agent(s) requires that a soil erosion and sedimentation control plan be submitted to the Soil and Water Conservation District and/or other agencies for review and comment, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to submit the plans to the appropriate agencies. Comments from review agencies shall be submitted to the Planning and Zoning Commission as part of the application.
27.5 - Conditions of Approval
The following conditions shall be required of all applicants upon approval/certification of plans in accordance with this section:
A. The estimated cost of measures required to control soil erosion and sedimentation and for site stabilization shall be covered in a performance bond in accordance with the provisions specified under Section 28.4 of the East Hampton Zoning Regulations.
B. Zoning permits shall not be issued for construction on the site until the erosion and sedimentation control plan is:
1. Certified by the Planning and Zoning Commission, and
2. The specified control measures, as outlined in the plan, are installed properly.
C. The developer/owner shall be responsible for maintaining all erosion and sedimentation control measures and facilities in proper working order throughout the life of the project.
27.6 - Inspection
Inspections shall be made by the Commission or its designated agent(s) during development to ensure compliance with the certified plan and that control measures and facilities are properly installed and maintained. Weekly or daily logs of inspections performed by the applicant may be required, as requested by the agent(s) referred to in this Section.
27.7 - Enforcement
Enforcement of the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Regulations shall be the responsibility of the Planning and Zoning Commission or its designated agent(s). Failure to properly install and/or maintain any erosion and sedimentation control measure may result in the issuance of a stop work order until the problem is satisfactorily corrected.
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