Businesses - Stormwater
Did you know that day to day business activities can have a negative impact on local water quality? Dirt, metals, chemicals and trash can be discharged to local waterways with poor business practices. If spills are not properly contained and cleaned, they could result in an illicit discharge. Even washing your vehicles and equipment can result in discharges containing soaps, oils and fuels, which end up - untreated - in the storm sewer system and ultimately to your local waterway.
Implementing best management practices and good housekeeping methods ensures our water resources stay clean for years to come. Check out these resources for more information.
Resources for Landscape Companies
Dirt from construction sites can cause sediment and debris to be carried into storm drains, creeks, streams and rivers.
- Sweep up litter and dirt from sidewalks and driveways.
- Prevent dirt from leaving the construction site. Seed and mulch or establish lawns in bare areas as soon as possible.
- Dispose of paint and cleaning materials properly. call the Hazardous Waste Disposal Hotline at (970) 498-5771.
Best Management Practices for Construction
Best Management Practices for Small Construction Sites.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention - Urban
Stormwater Pollution Prevention - Rural
Dirt from construction sites can cause sediment and debris to be carried into storm drains, creeks, streams and rivers.
- Sweep up litter and dirt from sidewalks and driveways.
- Prevent dirt from leaving the construction site. Seed and mulch or establish lawns in bare areas as soon as possible.
- Dispose of paint and cleaning materials properly. call the Hazardous Waste Disposal Hotline at (970) 498-5771.
Best Management Practices for Construction
Best Management Practices for Small Construction Sites.
Stormwater Pollution Prevention - Urban
Stormwater Pollution Prevention - Rural
- De-icers. Use de-icers that are safe for people, pets, and the environment. Search SaferChoice for deicer products for use around the home
- Information on Snow and Ice Management
- HOAs and Environmentally Friendly Ice Management
- Consumer Reports - Best Ice Melt Practices
- Top 5 Ice Melt Products
Resources for business's to properly dispose of common hazardous waste
Per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Larimer County will provide a reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with a disability who need assistance. Services can be arranged with at least seven business days' notice. Please email us at eng-general@co.larimer.co.us or by calling (970) 498-5700 or Relay Colorado 711. "Walk-in" requests for auxiliary aids and services will be honored to the extent possible but may be unavailable if advance notice is not provided.
