The purpose of these Sediment and Erosion Control Regulations is to reduce accelerated soil erosion; reduce the danger from storm water runoff and to minimize nonpoint sediment pollution resulting from and being developed.

An S & E Plan shall be submitted with any application for development when the disturbed area of such development is cumulatively more than one-half (1/2) acre.

A single family dwelling that is not a part of a subdivision of land shall be exempt from these sediment and erosion control regulations.

All S & E Plans shall be submitted to the Conservation Director for recommendation prior to the filing of any application with either the Planning and Zoning Commission or the Zoning Board of Appeals, as applicable or prior to the issuance of a Zoning Permit. The Conservation Director shall review the plan to determine compliance with § 37-5 below and shall inform the appropriate authority and the applicant of his/her recommendation within thirty (30) days of the date of receipt of said plan. Upon receipt of the Conservation Director's recommendations the Zoning Enforcement Officer shall certify that the plan complies with the requirements of this Section.

Following approval of the S & E Plan and based on the schedule identified on said plan the Zoning Enforcement Officer shall inspect the site for compliance with said plan.

Any S & E Plan submitted pursuant to this Section shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. The cumulative area(s) of disturbance, including any areas of excavation, filling or stockpiling of earth material;
2. Existing and proposed grades or spot elevations;
3. Location of any inland wetlands, tidal wetlands, watercourses, existing or proposed drainage facilities on or adjacent to the site;
4. Anticipated start and completion dates;
5. Agent’s name;
6. Sequence for installation of soil erosion and sediment control measures;
7. The minimum Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plans shall be developed using the principles outlined in Chapters #3 & #4 of the Connecticut Guidelines for Soil Erosion and Sediment Control.
8. A bond may be required in accordance with §43-13 of the Zoning Regulations.