General Information
Regulations
Article 13 of the Jefferson County Subdivision and Construction Ordinance requires that individuals conducting land disturbing activities in unincorporated areas of the County apply for a land disturbing activity permit, submit a stormwater management plan, and implement effective erosion and sedimentation controls at construction sites.
Administration/Permitting
The Administration/Permitting staff issues land disturbing activity permits for construction projects within unincorporated areas of the County in order to comply with state and federal regulations. The staff also maintains databases and other records associated with permitted land disturbing activities.
Enforcement
The Storm Water Management Department utilizes the Jefferson County Department of Inspection Services to conduct inspections of construction sites and investigate construction site complaints within unincorporated Jefferson County.