Comply with San Francisco Bay Area Trash Capture Regulations for Private Properties

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The California State Trash Implementation Program mandates stricter trash capture standards for separate storm sewer systems (MS4s), industrial sites, and construction projects across the San Francisco Bay Area. This program aims to significantly reduce trash entering local waterways through stormwater runoff. All Bay Area counties, including Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, and others, are subject to these regulations.

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Understanding Compliance Levels

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Compliance requirements vary by property type, usage, and specific municipality. Generally, they fall into these categories:

• Visual Inspections and Sweeping: Applicable to properties with lower trash generation, like office buildings or residential areas. Regular visual inspections and manual sweeping can suffice for some sites to be compliant.

• Inlet-Based Solutions: Ideal for sites with moderate trash loads, such as retail centers or industrial facilities. These require installing trash capture devices like the EnviroPod™ LittaTrap™ Full Capture System in storm drain catch basins to trap pollutants before entering municipal storm sewers.

• Advanced Treatment Systems: High trash-generating properties, like large commercial or industrial facilities, may require more comprehensive systems. These can include a combination of inlet filters, pre-treatment devices, and structural controls to manage significant runoff volumes and pollutant loads.

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Understanding the required compliance level is crucial for private property owners to avoid fines, penalties, or permit loss. By implementing effective trash capture solutions at the source, private properties can significantly contribute to the San Francisco Bay Area's compliance with the Trash Implementation Program and protect our local waterways. The deadline for meeting these requirements is July 1, 2025.

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Take Action Today!

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Contact EnviroPod™ today to learn more about specific solutions for private properties in the San Francisco Bay Area and ensure compliance with the regulations.

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