Councils and Stormwater

Councils play a significant role in improving the environmental management of urban stormwater.  These include obligations under the State Environment Protection Policy - Waters of Victoria.  In relation to urban stormwater, these are to:

• develop stormwater management plans;
• implement effective management practices particularly from new developments and drainage systems;
• prevent wastewater discharges to stormwater drains;
• monitor and report to the community and relevant stakeholders on the impact of stormwater drains on surface waters;
• ensure new and retrofit developments include effective design measures and practices to manage stormwater runoff volumes and minimise runoff of pollutants in stormwater; and
• provide educational material on stormwater management and pollution avoidance measures.

EPA provides support and guidance to assist Councils meet their obligations under the SEPP Waters of Victoria. 

• Clause 56 (Victorian Planning Provisions)
• Building sites and stormwater
• Urban stormwater management plans
• Victorian Stormwater Action Program

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