Definition
Federal regulations define an illicit discharge as “…any discharge to a Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer system (MS4) that is not entirely comprised of storm water…” with some exceptions. These exceptions are listed in the
Stormwater Pollution Prevention policy, Section 3-7 of the City of Montrose Municipal Code.
When to Report
Contact the stormwater coordinator if you suspect or observe any illicit discharge to the stormwater system such as:
- Animal waste
- Cleaning products
- Garbage
- Hazardous waste
- Herbicides
- Lawn chemicals
- Oil and/or petroleum products
- Paint products
- Sediment
- Wastewater
- Yard waste
- Other toxic substances