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Frequently Asked Questions

About SWPPP, PRDS, SMARTS system, QSD, QSP, and beyond.

A SWPPP (Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan) is a required document in California that outlines how your facility will prevent pollutants from entering stormwater runoff. It’s essential for avoiding fines, maintaining environmental compliance, and protecting water quality. SoCal Stormwater’s certified QSD/QSP or QISP professionals have extensive experience preparing SWPPPs for both construction and industrial sites.

If you own or operate a construction site disturbing over one acre or an industrial facility covered by the Industrial General Permit (IGP), you are legally required to implement a SWPPP. Our team helps ensure your business stays fully compliant with California’s stormwater regulations.

We specialize in:

  • SWPPP preparation
  • Stormwater inspections and monitoring
  • SMARTS submissions
  • Permit processing (NOI, NOT, annual reports)
  • QSD/QSP-certified consulting
  • Training and compliance documentation

Our team ensures every client meets state and federal stormwater requirements with confidence.

SMARTS (Storm Water Multiple Application and Report Tracking System) is California’s official online portal used for submitting stormwater permit applications and reports. We manage your SMARTS account, ensuring timely and accurate submission of your SWPPP documents, NOI, NOT, and annual reports.

A QSD (Qualified SWPPP Developer) is authorized to develop SWPPPs for construction projects, while a QSP (Qualified SWPPP Practitioner) implements and monitors them on-site. Our certified professionals hold both credentials to offer complete compliance services for construction and industrial clients across California.

In California, weekly inspections are required for construction projects that are subject to 2022 CGP as routine inspections. During the wet season Pre-During and Post Rain Event inspections are required for Qualified Precipitation Events (QPE)  SoCal Stormwater provides consistent, detailed inspections to help you stay compliant and avoid violations.

Yes. We handle the entire permit lifecycle, from Notice of Intent (NOI) to Notice of Termination (NOT), including all annual compliance reporting through SMARTS. We make sure no deadlines are missed and your documents are fully accurate.

We serve a wide range of industrial sectors, including:

  • Manufacturing
  • Warehousing & logistics
  • Recycling facilities
  • Transportation hubs
    We also support construction firms and developers throughout California with expert stormwater solutions.

SoCal Stormwater provides full SWPPP compliance services across:

  • Los Angeles 
  • Orange 
  • San Diego 
  • San Bernardino 
  • San Francisco 

And all other areas of California
We’re local experts with a deep understanding of regional and state regulations.

Simply contact us to schedule a consultation. Our team will assess your site, guide you through SMARTS registration, prepare your SWPPP, and provide ongoing support. We make SWPPP compliance simple, affordable, and stress-free.

Socal Stormwater

The Leading SWPPP Provider in Southern California

We offer industrial and construction Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) to help you maintain your compliance with federal and state regulations.