Do Georgia stormwater / BMP rules apply to residential remodels?
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Short answer
Yes once you hit disturbance thresholds. The Georgia Stormwater Management Manual (the 'Blue Book' + 'Red Tub' enforcement volumes) governs any project disturbing more than 5,000 sqft or creating substantial new impervious cover. Best Management Practices (BMPs) include silt fencing, sediment traps, vegetated buffers, and post-construction detention. Additions, ADUs, and driveway expansions routinely cross the threshold.
In detail
Yes once you hit disturbance thresholds. The Georgia Stormwater Management Manual (the 'Blue Book' + 'Red Tub' enforcement volumes) governs any project disturbing more than 5,000 sqft or creating substantial new impervious cover. Best Management Practices (BMPs) include silt fencing, sediment traps, vegetated buffers, and post-construction detention. Additions, ADUs, and driveway expansions routinely cross the threshold.
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