Georgia Water/Policy/Georgia Erosion and Sedimentation Act/OCGA Sections

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12-7-1. Short title. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the
 * "Erosion and Sedimentation Act of 1975, as amended."

12-7-2. Legislative findings; policy of state and intent of chapter. 12-7-3. Definitions. 12-7-4. Adoption of comprehensive ordinances relating to land-disturbing activities;
 * delegation of responsibility to planning and zoning commission;
 * other local ordinances relating to land development;
 * effect of chapter on design professionals.

12-7-5. Adoption of rules and regulations for localities without ordinances. 12-7-6. Best Management Practices;
 * minimum requirements for rules, regulations, ordinances, or resolutions.

12-7-7. Permit or notice of intent required for land-disturbing activities;
 * approval of application and issuance of permit;
 * denial of permit;
 * bond requirement.

12-7-7.1. Erosion and sediment control plan prepared; completion; implementation. 12-7-8. Certification of locality as local issuing authority;
 * periodic review;
 * procedure for revoking certification;
 * enforcement actions.

12-7-9. Applications for permits;
 * erosion and sediment control plans and data;
 * time for issuance or denial.

12-7-10. Referral of application and plan to district; time for action. 12-7-11.. Statement of reasons for denial of permit required;
 * conditions for approval;
 * suspension, revocation, or modification of permit.

12-7-12.. Orders directed to violators; stop work order procedures. 12-7-13. Injunctions. 12-7-14. Actions to restrain imminent danger;
 * emergency orders; duration of effectiveness of orders.

12-7-15. Civil penalty. 12-7-16. Hearings and review. 12-7-17. Exemptions. 12-7-18. Effect of chapter on requirements of the “Georgia Water Quality Control Act.” 12-7-19. Education and training requirements;
 * required programs; instructor qualifications; expiration of certification.

12-7-20. Creation of Stakeholder Advisory Board; responsibilities; procedures. 12-7-21. (Repealed effective July 1, 2006)
 * Appointment of panel to study controls implemented pursuant to chapter;
 * procedure and operation of panel.

12-7-22. Electronic Filing and reporting system.